ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE

ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

HEALTHCARE

SALARY

KSHS.50,000-70,000

JOB LOCATION

EMBU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Organize cheques for signing and ensure they are presented to authorized signatories in a timely manner.
  
• Notify suppliers, doctors, and service providers once cheques are ready and coordinate timely collection.
  
• Prepare electronic payments including RTGS and TT transfers with accuracy and adherence to approval controls.
  
• Update the unpresented cheques listing daily and follow up on long-outstanding cheques.
  
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date cheque register, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
  
• Record invoices into the system, validate documentation, and submit all invoices for managerial approval.
  
• Follow up with relevant departments on outstanding or unreturned invoices to ensure continuous workflow.
  
• File payment vouchers sequentially and maintain proper archiving controls, ensuring only authorized personnel access finance documents.
  
• Ensure same-day allocation of debtors’ remittances into the accounting system.
  
• Reconcile accounts receivable transactions and flag discrepancies for timely resolution.
  
• Conduct monthly sequential checks on closed files to confirm that all documents are complete and properly filed.
  
• Update the supplier contacts database monthly to maintain current and reliable communication information.
  
• Ensure financial records are kept in line with institutional policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
  
• Prepare doctors' summary statistics for inclusion in Board presentations.
  
• Participate in generating the weekly Finance Dashboard and other management reports.
  
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities when required.
  
• Draft and prepare official departmental correspondence and letters.
  
• Provide administrative support to the Finance Manager and participate in process improvement initiatives.
  
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager relevant to the responsibilities described herein.
  

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

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• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
  
• Professional qualifications such as CPA Part II or ACCA Part II are an added advantage.
  
• Minimum of two (2) years hands-on experience in a similar accounting role, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in ERP systems and strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  

HOW TO APPLY

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• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
  
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.