The role is responsible for supporting the Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records through timely and accurate reconciliation of bank and account statements. The position plays a key role in ensuring data integrity, assisting in audit preparations, managing financial documentation, and supporting the timely posting of payments and statutory filings. The incumbent will also contribute to process improvements and provide general administrative support to ensure smooth financial operations
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| Assistant Accountant at Umba |
Key Responsibilities
1. Bank Reconciliation
Assist in reconciling bank statements with company financial records.
Identify and resolve discrepancies between bank records and the general ledger.
2. Account Reconciliation
Perform monthly reconciliations of various balance sheet accounts.
Investigate and promptly resolve all reconciling items.
Preparation of CBK reports for review by senior officer
3. Documentation and Reporting
Prepare daily liquidity monitoring reports.
Maintain accurate and organized reconciliation documentation.
Prepare reconciliation reports and summaries for senior finance staff review.
4. Support Financial Audits
Assist in preparing documentation required for internal and external audits.
Provide necessary support during audits by ensuring all requested information is readily available.
5. Data Entry and Maintenance
Ensure accurate and timely posting of all payments in the Management Information System (MIS).
Facilitate prompt loan disbursement in both MIS and bank systems.
Maintain and update the fixed assets register.
6. Statutory Filing and Payments
Ensure timely filing and remittance of all statutory deductions in line with regulatory deadlines.
7. Process Improvement
Identify areas for improving reconciliation processes and increasing efficiency.
Support the implementation of new reconciliation tools or software solutions.
8. General Support
Provide administrative and clerical support to the Finance Department.
Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA qualification is an added advantage.
Proficient in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or Xero).
Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, and financial modeling).
Solid knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience in accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and ledger posting.
Familiarity with payroll, tax regulations, and statutory compliance.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
How to apply
1. Bank Reconciliation
Assist in reconciling bank statements with company financial records.
Identify and resolve discrepancies between bank records and the general ledger.
2. Account Reconciliation
Perform monthly reconciliations of various balance sheet accounts.
Investigate and promptly resolve all reconciling items.
Preparation of CBK reports for review by senior officer
3. Documentation and Reporting
Prepare daily liquidity monitoring reports.
Maintain accurate and organized reconciliation documentation.
Prepare reconciliation reports and summaries for senior finance staff review.
4. Support Financial Audits
Assist in preparing documentation required for internal and external audits.
Provide necessary support during audits by ensuring all requested information is readily available.
5. Data Entry and Maintenance
Ensure accurate and timely posting of all payments in the Management Information System (MIS).
Facilitate prompt loan disbursement in both MIS and bank systems.
Maintain and update the fixed assets register.
6. Statutory Filing and Payments
Ensure timely filing and remittance of all statutory deductions in line with regulatory deadlines.
7. Process Improvement
Identify areas for improving reconciliation processes and increasing efficiency.
Support the implementation of new reconciliation tools or software solutions.
8. General Support
Provide administrative and clerical support to the Finance Department.
Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA qualification is an added advantage.
Proficient in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or Xero).
Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, and financial modeling).
Solid knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience in accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and ledger posting.
Familiarity with payroll, tax regulations, and statutory compliance.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
How to apply
https://umba.applytojob.com/apply/PR3cvQRJRl/Assistant-Accountant
Qualified candidates to apply by COB 15th September 2025.
Due to the urgency, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Umba Microfinance Bank Limited is a proud equal opportunity employer and does
not discriminate against applicants on any basis.
Qualified candidates to apply by COB 15th September 2025.
Due to the urgency, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Umba Microfinance Bank Limited is a proud equal opportunity employer and does
not discriminate against applicants on any basis.
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