Accounts Assistant at Kerry Group
Full Time | Tanzania | January 10, 2024 | Finance Jobs
Job Overview:
Kerry Group, a global leader in taste and nutrition, is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team in Dar es Salaam. If you have a background in finance/accounting, attention to detail, and the desire to contribute to a world of sustainable nutrition, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About Kerry:
Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, partnering with customers daily to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products. With a vision to be the most valued partner for customers and create a world of sustainable nutrition, Kerry offers a global environment for growth and exploration.
About The Role:
As an Accounts Assistant at Kerry, you will be responsible for efficiently managing queries, preparing statutory accounts accurately and within deadlines, and ensuring timely payments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Record the company’s financial transactions
- Assist in producing monthly Management accounts and reconciliations
- Maintain the company’s General Ledgers accurately
- Assist in maintaining the fixed assets register and reconcile to General Ledger control account
- Timely recording of all invoices, matching them to approved PO or requests
- Process invoices in the accounting system
- Assist in preparing payment schedules and obtaining payment approval
- Follow up with customers for payments
- Raise credit/debit notes with proper approval
- Receive and allocate all customer payments
- Administration of Petty cash
- Timely processing of payments
- Provide general accounts and administrative assistance to the team
- Ensure compliance with Kerry standard processes and procedures
- Ensure compliance with country legal and regulatory requirements
- Support in preparing KPI reports for the site
- Support Inventory control – including stock take, stock reconciliation, and inventory valuation
Qualifications, Skills And Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting with at least 3 years of finance/accounting experience in a commercial or manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of Quickbooks and other relevant accounting software is highly advantageous
- Previous experience in submission of Government Statutory requirements (e.g., Value added tax, Withholding Certificates, City levy, etc.)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Advance Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Team player and relationship builder with strong communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Comfortable with autonomy, proactive in approach, and results-driven
- Ability to work under pressure and deadline-oriented
- Focus on improvement and standardization of processes
- Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to a dynamic work environment
How to Apply: Apply through the official Kerry Group application portal. Be cautious of scams, and note that Kerry will not solicit candidates through non-Kerry email addresses or phone numbers.
Join Kerry Group and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable nutrition. Apply now and be a part of a global company dedicated to making a positive impact through taste and nutrition.
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