Recruiting a Bookkeeper for an Architectural Firm

Reporting Lines:

• Will be reporting to the Principal Architect and to the Firm’s Partners.

Bookkeeper roles and responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions
• Keep accurate records of company finances
• Manage and monitor business compliance across the board
• Liaise with the external Accountant for annual accounts and tax queries
• Reconciliation, preparation and presentation of monthly Business Financial Activity Statements/Summaries
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Managing and processing payroll and all related payroll tasks
• Liaison with External Auditors

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Business Degree or Diploma in Accounting

Required Skills:

• Experience across a wide range of accounting functions
• Strong level of accuracy & attention to detail
• Ability to take responsibility and manage the workload
• Ability to solve problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Intermediate computer software skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Must be familiar with all statutory submissions (both online and physical) including PAYE, NAPSA, NHIMA, Personal Tax, ZRA Smart Invoicing System, etc.)

Required Documentation:

• Academic Certification
• Valid NRC and Driver’s Licence
• Valid Police Clearance
• Minimum of two (2) Solid References
• Minimum of 3 years work-experience in a related field

Monthly Salary:

• K15,000.00 Gross while on probation (3-month period), K20,000.00 Gross upon confirmation

Employment Contract:

• Fixed-Term (Annual) and Full-Time