Linet Oduor
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT
NAIROBI,NAIROBI
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounts payable clerk skilled in handling diverse range of accounts payable functions with accuracy, efficiency, and sound judgment. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines and strict financial controls. Accustomed to delivering superior performance in autonomous or team-focused environments; with 3 years of experience and extensive expertise in Accounts payable. Knowledgeable about SAP with commitment to efficiency, accuracy and modernization. Distinguished history of excellent and meticulous bookkeeping.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Maintaining a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
08.2023 - Current
- Expediting the billing of vendor invoices and processing of vendor payments through cheques and RTGS in a timely manner.
- Maintaining accurate records of all transactions to enable payment processing in compliance with the financial policies and procedures. i.e. aging reports, cashflow forecasts and other financial summaries.
- Use accounting software (SAP ERP) to prepare monthly financial reports, posting daily transactions to respective ledgers i.e The bank and Debtors-subsidiary ledgers.
- Ensure financial control and accounting standards are adhered to and are in compliance with all tax regulations e.g Returns submitted and taxes paid on time.
- Filing withholding VAT and Withholding TAX returns within 5 days of payment processing as per the government regulations.
- Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements to ensure accuracy.
Claims Accountant
Hasbah Kenya Ltd.
1 2022 - 07.2023
- In charge of handling claims related to value chain losses(GTN), Trade activities funded by supplier, services done on behalf of the supplier.
- Manage transactions in foreign currencies, including conversion rates and exchange rates fluctuation by applying strategies that would mitigate the risk of currency gain/loss affecting the amount payable to the supplier.
- Determine appropriate payment methods, schedules, deadlines and terms agreed to, to enable payment processing.
- Direct communication with the suppliers to resolve any discrepancies related to the claim and also request for any additional information and documentation needed to process the claim in a timely manner.
- Maintaining detailed records of all transactions and clear audit trails for all claims and processed payments i.e invoices, payment confirmation, supporting documents and remittances to enable efficient review and tracking of all transactions.
- Reviewing and understanding the terms & conditions of the contract put in place to the ensure all claims are in accordance and compliant to the agreed terms.
Accounting Assistant
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
1 2021 - 12.2021
- Posting and filing petty cash receipts/ invoices
- Maintaining a database, ensuring that records are complete and accurate
- Assembling, sorting and maintaining files data
- Posting approved payments (payment vouchers, petty cash vouchers and imprest) and receipts in cash book
- Preparing and filling records on payments/cash receipts and digitizing Agency’s approved, paid and posted accounting documents
- Assisting in preparation of payment vouchers for suppliers and ensuring statutory deductions are remitted on time
- Facilitating the processing of imprest and travel; advances for staff
- Overseeing debt collection and follow up in liaison with relevant department/officers
- Preparing debt collection reports on outstanding debts
- Maintaining an updated file of disputed invoices and assisting in preparation of monthly bank account to reconciliation
- Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data
- Used accounting software (SAGE PASTEL ERP) to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports
- Maintaining the billing system by posting daily transactions to respective ledgers.
- Ensuring vendors transactions are posted timely and accurately
- Assisting with preparation of each month end reporting, day to day finances to suppliers and preparation of payments
- Ensure financial controls are adhered to and compliance with all tax regulations.
Field marketer
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Ensure shelves of retail stores are well stocked with products and creatively display them for customers
- Track inventory levels, report any issues or shortages to management for their action
- To enhance sales by ensuring on shelf availability through the strategic placement, availability and share of shelf of the products in the retail outlets
- Conduct periodic promotions to enhance growth in sales and ensure that targets are tracked by both volume and value.
Finance intern
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Budgeting, Imprest accounting, Consolidation of financial statements, Cash book posting, Monitoring and Dispatching, General ledger accounting, Performing artist’s payroll, Payables accounting
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - School of Business
University Of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - High School Studies
Karura Adventist School
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - General Studies
Karura Adventist School
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Expense Reporting and Tracking
Qualitiesandattributes
1. Ability to accurately enter data and spot errors in invoices and financial documents.
2. Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with vendors and internal departments.
4. Capability to analyze invoices and resolve discrepancies effectively.
5. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Pastel ).Competence in using Microsoft Excel.
6. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
7. Ability to troubleshoot issues and find solutions to invoice discrepancies and payment problems.
8. Maintaining confidentiality of financial information and adhering to ethical standards.
Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with accounts payable processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting regulations and standards.
- Understanding of financial principles and practices.
References
- Mr. kenneth Adera, Defense line, Red Bull GMBH, Kennethadera@redbull.com, 0716028633
- Dr Joseph Owino, Professor, University of Nairobi, owinojoseph@gmail.com, 0723625988
- Mrs. Moraa Ongosi Ombane, Chief Accountant, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, moraaombane@kbc.co.ke, 0722727572
Languages
Swahili, English
Native language
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
08.2023 - Current
Field marketer
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
11.2019 - 12.2020
Finance intern
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
10.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - School of Business
University Of Nairobi
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - High School Studies
Karura Adventist School
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - General Studies
Karura Adventist School
04.2001 -
Claims Accountant
Hasbah Kenya Ltd.
1 2022 - 07.2023
Accounting Assistant
Hasbah Kenya Ltd
1 2021 - 12.2021
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