Bookkeeper at Grounded

Job Areas:

• Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment for walk-in customers, consignment customers, household & website orders, and internal procurement requests.
• Managing Consignment customers and Suppliers
• Receiving payments through various channels such as KopoKopo, MPESA till, etc.
• Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared.
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone, email, and mail
• Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to A/R so management can gain a better understanding of how collection efforts are progressing.
• Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, and cost accounting.

Technical Skills:

• 1+ years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in retail, distribution, or manufacturing
• CPA – K or ACCA finalist. Bachelor’s degree is an added advantage
• Comprehensive knowledge of at least one accounting software, preferably Zoho
• Strong commercial mindset, able to use financial data to help solve problems and improve business performance
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong working relationships.
• Ability to use Excel to extract data from the accounting system and present the results in an informative and insightful manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Soft Skills:

• Entrepreneurial Self-Starter – thrives in a fast-moving environment and is capable of independently seeking information, marshaling resources, and delivering results without waiting for direction (Get Stuff Done).
• Highly organized – can use tools systematically, and accurately. Can track open action items and tasks and stick to deadlines.
• Proactive communicator – pushing updates to team member’s needs, and clearly outlining plans and decision points. Using correct communications mediums (WhatsApp, phone call, email, task software)
• Problem Solver – proactively identifying issues or challenges, and quickly developing potential solutions to drive decision-making.
• Team Player – Needs to effectively work with all department heads to ensure smooth operations.