Accountant

Scode ltd is a for profit social enterprise that focuses on designing, manufacturing, marketing and distribution of renewable and cleaner energy solutions. It is a subsidiary of Sustainable community development services (SCODE), a reputable grassroots NGO which promotes the adoption and use of renewable energy technologies and sustainable land use management approaches among grassroot communities in Kenya.

Scode ltd envisions itself to be the market leader in the production and distribution of renewable and cleaner energy products and service. The current product portfolio includes Electric cooking appliances, Improved cookstoves for households and institutions, solar home systems, solar lanterns, solar dryers, biogas plants for households and institutions and consultancy services.

Scode ltd is currently looking for talented, dynamic, ambitious and innovative professionals to fill the following positions.

Accountant (1) – Job ref: HR – AC – 01 – 2024; Nakuru based

Terms of Reference

In collaboration with the Finance Manager, Accounts assistants and other team members, the post holder will ensure good financial management, adherence to internal controls, quality reporting and compliance to financial and donor requirements and timelines. The post holder will keep timely and reliable financial information and analysis that leads to effective decision making. The post holder reports directly to the Finance Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process commercial invoices, receipts and any other source document as outlined in SCODE financial regulations and rules;
• Take charge of Sales cash handling and management ensuring it is operated in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules;
• Ensure all transactions have been posted in the SCODE’s system and in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules;
• Review and ensure all cash sales have been reconciled and banked in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules;
• Review and ensure that documentation submitted in supported in support of payments or any engagement has met the requirements; process payments in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules;
• Audit, compute and pay claims for any engagements approved by Finance Administration Manager and/or CEO; prepare all documents in the organization accounting system for direct deposits or issuance of cheques;
• Ensure all source documents are well kept and maintained in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules
• Review supporting documentation, obligation funding, and compliance with SCODE financial regulations and rules for the following types of payments
  • Staff advances and loans, etc.
  • Refunds/reimbursements.
  • Payments on behalf of SCODE;
• Provide general ledger and administrative support to:
  • Reconcile and clear accounts receivable by interacting with clients and staff regarding outstanding balances
  • Maintain spreadsheet used for the control of all statutory payments;
• Ensure all financial records and documents are filed and maintained in accordance with SCODE financial regulations and rules;

Education and work experience

• Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles;
• Holder of at least CPA (part two) accounting qualifications;
• At least 1-year experience in a busy accounting environment;
• Computer literate with working experience in excel and office;
• Possess working experience in accounting packages like Quick books, Pastel etc;
• Willingness to work under strict deadlines and occasionally under pressure;
• Excellent writing and oral presentation skills.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Planning and organization skills
• Personal initiative and creativity
• Problem solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good leadership skills
• Good administrative skills
• Strategic thinker and good negotiation skills
• Good team player
• Ability to work with laid down policies, procedures, system parameters and internal controls.