Accountant I at Warehouse Receipt System Council- WRSC

About the Role

Warehouse Receipt System Council (WRSC) is seeking a qualified Accountant I to join our finance team in Nairobi, Kenya. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to our accounting operations while developing your professional expertise.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Cash Management

• Prepare payment vouchers and process imprest and travel advances
• Receive cash, bank deposits, and reconcile cash books on a daily basis
• Post payments and receipts in the cashbook
• Provide safe custody of cash and payment vouchers

Financial Records and Reporting

• Prepare and update creditor, debtor, and general ledgers
• Liaise with customers to provide billing information
• Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations
• Process statutory deductions payments
• Prepare and maintain accurate prepayments, accruals, and provision schedules

Budgetary and Compliance Controls

• Check the Vote Book and ensure budgetary controls are in place
• Ensure safe custody of accountable documents
• Review vote book entries and undertake monthly variance analysis
• Conduct below-the-line analysis of accounts

Analysis and Planning

• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports
• Provide input in the preparation of budget estimates

Mandatory Requirements

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of service in the grade of Accountant II

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines:
  • Commerce (Accounting or Finance option)
  • Finance
  • Business Management (Accounting or Finance option)
  • Or equivalent qualification
• Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Part I or equivalent qualification

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in computer applications