Superior Homes Kenya PLC is a real estate developer who takes pride in being the pioneer of the open-plan gated community concept in East Africa, which is now recognized as the future for sustainable living in East Africa. Developments under the Superior Homes brand include Greenpark Estate in Athi River, Pazuri at Vipingo and Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the finance function with a primary focus on accounts payable, Estate management receivable, supplier reconciliations, and accurate financial record-keeping.  To be part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate accounting function.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounts Payable function to ensure timely and accurate maintenance of supplier ledger accounts and prompt settlement of supplier payments in line with company policy.
• Maintain the Sage accounting system by posting all fully supported invoices and performing regular supplier reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Request supplier statements to facilitate timely reconciliations and follow up on any missing invoices.
• Verify and confirm that all payments (including cheques) are properly supported with valid and complete documentation prior to processing.
• Assist in maintaining proper bookkeeping records for Estate Management.
• Prepare and issue rent and service charge invoices for Estate Management.
• Prepare supplier invoices and supporting documents for payment processing.
• Follow up with the procurement department to ensure timely submission of supplier invoices.
• Support the Accounts Receivable function and ensure proper bookkeeping for Estate Management.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

• Must have CPA qualification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in an accounting role, preferabbly payables.
• Attention to details and of unquestionable integrity
• Must be computer literate and proficient on use of excel.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in busy accounting office
• Experience using Sage will be added advantage