Location: Kisumu Description: Financial Accountant at Lake Basin Development Authority in Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies Lake Basin Development Authority is a Regional Development Authority mandated to spearhead Development within the Lake Victoria Basin and its catchment regions, with a view of, “fostering sustainable development and empowerment of the communities.” In view of this and as part of fulfilling our mandate, the following positions are open for application from qualified professionals. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT Job Description Reporting to the Finance & Human Resource Manager LBDC The successful candidate will be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of data in the general ledger; accurate and timely reporting in accordance with GAAP /IFRS and internal company policies Perform and ensure accurate and completeness of the general ledger entries and month end closing activities Preparation of timely and reliable periodic financial statements and reports Assisting in preparation of operational budgets Maintenance of fixed assets register Co-ordinate and liaise with both internal and external Auditors Process and file annual returns for staff and other statutory bodies Process and maintain payment and remittance of any related statutory deductions to the relevant authorities Process all monthly related reports and maintain monthly reconciliation of all the cash books of LBDC Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Required Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting/ Finance Option)or equivalent CPA (K) A member of ICPAK At least 3 years relevant professional experience Understanding of accounting Standards and Regulations Proficiency in IT and Financial Management Software Core Skills Team playing skills Accuracy Care for resources Manual dexterity Execution of instructions Interpersonal skills Analytical skills Records Management skills Interested candidates can submit their applications with detailed CV and photocopies of their testimonials, e-mail, contact address and telephone numbers, names and addresses of three referees to reach the Managing Director on or before Monday August 6th 2012 Managing Director Lake Basin Development Authority P.O Box 1516-40100 KISUMU Only successful candidates will be contacted