Accounts Receivables Officer

About the role

A client of Summit Recruitment & Search, a leader in East Africa's electric motor and rotating equipment repair industry, is looking for an Accounts Receivables officer based in Nairobi. The successful candidate will manage all accounts receivable, prepare sundry receivables and remittances and reconcile them with the relevant statements and accounting system to meet payment run deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the billing system and resolve collections through customer payment plans and payment history
• Generate invoices or enter invoice data, ensuring proper coding on documents and accounts
• Prepare financial statements and reports on accounts receivable status
• Perform account reconciliations and verify account discrepancies
• Handle day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, posting and recording receivables
• Maintain accounts receivable files and records
• Investigate and resolve irregularities or enquiries
• Assist in general financial management and analysis
• Prepare cheques, post supplier payments and follow up on local purchase orders

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business administration
• CPA II certification
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Proven accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable
• Results-oriented, able to meet strict deadlines, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and basic HR knowledge is an added advantage

Required skills

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop accounting system
• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of monthly statutory filings (PAYE, VAT, NSSF, NHIF) and emerging taxation trends and KRA procedures