Youth Enterprise Development Fund Accountant Assistants Jobs in Kenya

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. 

The Youth Fund provides loans and business development services to youth enterprises. 

The Fund now invites applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following vacant positions:
 

Accountant Assistant 

2 Positions 

Ref AA/11/2012
 

Reporting to: Senior Accountant
 

The accounts assistant will prepare and maintain accurate records and provide timely information to facilitate decision making and efficient management within the finance function.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate preparation of Payment Vouchers, Imprest Warrants Vouchers, Imprest Surrender Vouchers and Journal Entries
• Timely and accurate preparation of audit schedules and supporting schedules
• Timely receipting and banking of all revenues
• Preparation of timely and accurate bank reconciliations
• Preparation of timely and accurate staff accounts reconciliations
• Accurate and timely postings of data into IFMIS with due regard to cut off dates
• Accurate and timely filling of all processed and unprocessed documents
• Accurate labeling of all files and maintaining an updated inventory of all files
• Preparation of periodic progress reports
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications /Competencies

• Minimum qualification of CPA II
• Those with a degree/diploma in business related field will be an added advantage
• Minimum of one year experience working in a busy accounts department
• Proven knowledge & experience in working with computers & accounting software
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding and experience in all aspects of accounting and financial management including management of donor funds
• Ability to meet strict deadlines is mandatory
• Exposure to computerized financial systems and experience in public sector accounting and
• Honesty, integrity and creativity are a must.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should submit their applications together with a detailed C.V. and all relevant testimonials stating current position, current remuneration, expected salary, email address and telephone contacts. 

All applications are also expected to quote the reference number on the envelope and provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three references and should be received by 14th December 2012.
 

All applications should be addressed to:
 

The Chief Executive Officer
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi
 

Youth Enterprise Development Fund is an equal opportunity employer. 

Potential male and female candidate with disabilities are encouraged to apply.