Finance Officer at Summit Recruitment and Search

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically proficient, and capable of maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Finance Officer role Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records by posting transactions in accounting software (e.g., Pastel) and managing supporting documentation.
• Prepare and process payments, including payment vouchers, petty cash reconciliations, and supplier invoices.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including timely filing and remittance of PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, and VAT.
• Reconcile dividend accounts for various issuers on a monthly basis, identifying and resolving unmatched transactions.
• Monitor issuer dividend bank accounts and liaise with banks to address upload delays, discrepancies, or fraudulent activities.
• Process and reconcile electronic dividend payments, including RTGS, EFT, and SFI, and manage cheque refunds and reversals.
• Support audits and financial reporting by preparing reconciliations, financial summaries, and providing required documentation.

Finance Officer role Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA Intermediate level (minimum).
• At least 3 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and statutory compliance.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong integrity, analytical skills, and a proactive mindset.