Junior Accountant – Agent Trainee Job ShopIt Store
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Are you a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong foundation in accounting? Shopit Limited, a dynamic and growing company in Nairobi, is seeking a driven and dependable Accounts Agent Trainee to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and launch your career in a professional and fast-paced retail environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Accounts Agent Trainee will support the finance department in key areas, including but not limited to:
- Financial reporting and preparing management accounts.
- Handling tax compliance, including filing tax returns and promptly resolving tax queries.
- Ensuring timely payments to suppliers and managing creditor accounts.
- Defending the company’s financial interests by ensuring the viability of trades and transactions prior to approval.
- Managing and maintaining customer accounts and billing.
- Accurate bookkeeping and record maintenance.
- Performing various reconciliations (bank, ledger, supplier, etc.).
Qualifications & Requirements
- To be considered for this exciting role, you should meet the following minimum criteria:
- Education: A minimum KCSE/High school average grade of B (plain) or its equivalent.
- Academic Background: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution.
- Professional Qualification: At least Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Intermediate Level or equivalent ACCA section.
- Experience: Between 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role is required.
Technical Skills:
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and excellent bookkeeping skills.
- Competent in Microsoft Excel; experience with any recognized accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) is an added plus.
- Must be a proficient computer and internet user.
- Basic knowledge of taxation and other statutory requirements.
Core Competencies:
- Strong numerical accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
- High degree of discretion when handling sensitive financial information.
- Self-driven, dependable, and eager to learn.
- Proficiency in oral and written English.
- Commercial awareness of the retail industry is an added advantage.
- Availability: Must be willing to work six days a week (Monday – Saturday).
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