Accountant, Driver Vacancies at Eye Foundation Hospital

Accountant

Career Objectives

  • This role requires a thorough and deep understanding of basic and fundamental accounting principles.
  • Ideal candidate for this role must have good communication skills, he must be a self-starter and team player with outstanding mathematical capabilities.
  • Knowledge of invoicing and preparation of financial reports is required. Summary of Skills: Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, and bookkeeping procedures.
  • In-depth and broad information about patterns of preparation of balance sheets, profit or loss, maintaining general ledgers, Invoicing and reconciling account statements.

Job Description

  • Preparation of customers invoices.
  • Issuance of receipt for payment made by customers
  • Tracing of direct lodgment into the bank accounts and reconciliation with invoices and receipts raised.
  • Raising of cheques for payment and daily banking operations.
  • Preparation of payment vouchers in a manner that ensures that transaction classifications are in appropriate heads
  • Daily postings of all payment vouchers
  • Maintain general ledger accounts for all assets, liabilities, income and expenses
  • Prepare journal entries for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, amortizations, errors and variances.
  • Perform accounting analysis for cash accruals, account payables, account receivables, reconciliations and foreign exchange.
  • Provide appropriate accounting information on any customer accounts/ledger and balances whenever needed.
  • Preparation of fixed assets schedule.
  • Assist various departments in detailing or resolving any accounting issues or queries.
  • Analyze and perform foreign currency transaction reporting, and provide foreign exchange-related data.
  • Assist in preparation of tax schedules and filing activities.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts with trial balance and revenue accounts with cash lodgment, receipt raise/issued and credit sales.
  • Prepare schedule of provision for doubtful debts.
  • Review financial reports to identify and explain variances.
  • Follow the documentation retention policy to maintain accounting files.
  • Prepare cash flow statements and resolve outstanding balancing issues.
  • Ensure that the accounting department adheres to the standard accounting principles and procedures of the company.
  • Perform the end of the month account closing activities.
  • Provide details and commentaries for all balances on trial balance with analysis of variances and movement in balances.
  • Adhere to standard accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Prepare a Step-by-Step listing of your work process; Please note that this is a critical function without which you will not qualify for any form of leave;
  • Any other ad hoc duties as prescribed by the CFO or Head of Finance to assist in achieving Finance & Accounts Department and overall organizational objectives.

Qualifications

  • A Degree in Accounting.
  • A Certification in Accounting is an added advantage.
  • A minimum of 3 years work experience in a similar role.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Analytical skills
  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Computation skills
  • Strong Numerical Skills
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Problem solving skills.

Driver

Job Summary

  • To provide secure and timely driving services to transport passengers and/or goods. Deliver
  • payment transfers to the bank and/or the suppliers, assist with postage and with pick up of office purchases, including flight tickets and any other tasks required by Head of Administration or his/her substitutes. Act as a backup for the Receptionist, assist with meeting room re- arrangement for various meetings/events and perform occasional handyman jobs inside the Office.

Responsibilities
Transport of staff, consumables and hospital equipment (Logistic Support):

  • Provide transportation for Head of Office, other employees of EFH and visitors.
  • Distribute mail as needed, both incoming and outgoing.
  • Pick up flight tickets.
  • Deliver correspondence and consumables to other branches.
  • Facilitate airport pick-ups for VIP visitors and transportation during official visits

Service vehicle maintenance management:

  • Schedule annual vehicle examination for service vehicles with the Transportation Department and apply for the renewal for the vehicle license.
  • Determine when and what kind of maintenance the vehicle needs, keep track of general maintenance schedules, especially car tyre condition.
  • Ensure sound running of the vehicles assigned and arrange minor repairs where necessary.
  • Check oil and tyres properly and keep the service vehicles in clean condition, both inside and outside – Keep track of timely car insurance renewals
  • Update monthly mileage records.
  • Maintain log book of each service vehicle on daily basis.

Act as back up for the Receptionist and as a messenger:

  • Act as a backup for the Receptionist during lunch hours and as needed by answering to the phone and taking care of visitor registration, incl. maintaining a register of incoming visitors.
  • Support Administration Section as a messenger by assisting with the mail deliveries, both incoming and outgoing.

Other Tasks:

  • Assist with office and meeting room re-arrangement for various meetings/events.
  • Occasional handyman jobs in the Office, such as hanging pictures and small office repairs.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of Senior Secondary School certificate is required.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a corporate driver.
  • A soft Technical skill in electrical or Mechanical is an added advantage.
  • A valid driver’s license is mandatory.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Highly skilled in driving light and heavy vehicles.
  • Competent at checking the vehicle for problems and performing pre/post trip maintenance tasks.
  • Excellent driving record.
  • Knowledge of city streets and addresses.
  • Excellent GPS and navigation skills.
  • Skilled in contacting passengers by phone and arrange the pick-up time.
  • Talented in preparing and making the route in an efficient way.
  • Known for demonstrating a high level of courtesy and professionalism to passengers and coworkers.
  • Committed to helping passengers efficiently when loading and unloading their luggage.
  • Well-versed in the cleaning of both the inside and outside of the vehicle.
  • Proven record of picking up passengers and listening to their concerns.
  • Able to give accurate and detailed information about routes and journey.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide a secure environment for passengers and employer while in transit.
  • Known for transporting passengers in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
  • Thorough understanding of motor vehicle engine functionality.
  • Effective skills in maintaining the log of mileage, the number of trips, passengers, and destinations.
  • Familiar with all traffic laws and regulations.
  • Ability to adhere to all company policies and procedures.
  • Willing to work flexible schedule and locations.
  • Capable of lifting heavy items.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@eyefoundationhospital.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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