BBOXX
Capital Rwanda is looking for an Accountant
based in Kigali to support the management of its Kenya accounts and
finances.
Capital Rwanda is looking for an Accountant
based in Kigali to support the management of its Kenya accounts and
finances.
BBOXX
is an international company based in London leading the solar revolution across
the developing world. Currently operating in 14 different countries BBOXX
has already electrified 200,000 people. We are aiming to make that number
20 million by the year 2020. Unlike other off-grid solar p
is an international company based in London leading the solar revolution across
the developing world. Currently operating in 14 different countries BBOXX
has already electrified 200,000 people. We are aiming to make that number
20 million by the year 2020. Unlike other off-grid solar p
roviders, BBOXX
controls the whole process from design to manufacture to distribution and
financing.
Now
we need an Accountant to ensure our
innovative plug & play solar systems continue to meet the
energy needs and desires of the Kenyan people.
we need an Accountant to ensure our
innovative plug & play solar systems continue to meet the
energy needs and desires of the Kenyan people.
Person specification
Essential
- Honest, reliable and trustworthy
character (with referees to support) - At least two years of
experience as an accountant - Must be very well versed with the
Kenyan law. - Good knowledge of double-entry
bookkeeping - Comfortable with one of the
following accounting software packages (Sage, Quickbooks, ERP, Sun,
SAP or equivalent ) - Keen to learn attitude
- Previous work in a financial role in
a fast-moving office environment - Good attention to detail
- Impeccable time management
- Efficient and responsive work ethic
- Clean and tidy
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Able to work independently with
minimal supervision - Competent with Microsoft Office
(Excel and Word esp.) - A nice big BBOXX smile
Desirable
- A certified public
accountant: (CPA), ACCA, ACA or a studier or holder
of an equivalent qualification - A Bachelors, Masters or
postgraduate degree in accounting or accountancy - Formal training in IT, reporting and
business administration - Good people management
- Good knowledge of Swahili and
other local languages a plus - A team player
- Experience in solar, energy or
renewables - Time spent in a retail oriented
environment - Experience with an international
organization or business
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Update the online ERP system with
sales and expenses of the entire country business - Take ownership of the preparation of
bank and cash reconciliations on a monthly basis - Ensure the timely and accurate
preparation of payroll, NSSF and NHIF for all employees by the outsourcing
company - Support in the preparation of routine
Pay As You Earn matters and year end completion of Pay As You Earn returns - Ensure the timely and accurate filing
of corporation tax and VAT returns - Ensure all petty cash accounts are
reconciled and cash is well accounted for at any time - Take ownership of monthly reporting
to the Financial controller based in East Africa - Support in the training of all Hub
managers/keepers on basic accounting knowledge - Recommend in house accounting manuals
and process flows to be followed at HQ and all Hubs. - Take over the management of all BBOXX
KENYA accounts - Carry out routine Hub Accounting
Audits with recommendation from the financial controller
Tasks:
- Maintain electronic records of
receipts and payments through bank and cash accounts (cash receipt reports
and deposit slips) - Maintain suitable systems for filing
all invoices and bank statements and other items relating to the
accounting systems - Compile and maintain sales invoices
and ETR reports from all hubs - Maintain an accurate and detailed
register of company assets (description, date of acquisition and original
cost) - Maintain original/copies of
purchase/lease contracts and other documents necessary for correct account
reporting - Support in the preparation of reports
in support of returns or claims, e.g. insurance company certificates,
government department claims, etc. - Support in ensuring that all stock
taken to and from different warehouses is invoiced and transferred real
time. - Account for the payroll processed and
paid by outsourcing company. - Undertake a weekly audit of petty
cash on the ground and ensure its accuracy at any one time. - Support in the drawing up of the
office budget at the beginning of every month and submit for approval. - Sorting and distributing expenses as
per the ERP system - Ensure to run a pro-active electronic
filing system of all statutory accounts (NSSF, VAT, PAYE, Year-end
accounts).
Compensation:
Accountants
are paid a competitive salary based on their experience and qualifications.
are paid a competitive salary based on their experience and qualifications.
Deadline:
Friday, 30th January 2015
Friday, 30th January 2015
Start date:
As soon as possible.
As soon as possible.
How to apply:
- Send your C.V. and cover letter
to Solange Kaisangwa at (recommended)
Shortlisted
candidates will be invited to interview.
candidates will be invited to interview.
Unsuccessful
applicants will be offered feedback
on their application.
applicants will be offered feedback
on their application.
Address
of Kigali HQ: Kimihurura, Gasabo District, Plot Number 189, KIGALI
of Kigali HQ: Kimihurura, Gasabo District, Plot Number 189, KIGALI