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Summary

**Job Title:** 3 Job Opportunities at Umodzi Microfinance Limited

**Overview:**
Umodzi Microfinance Limited is hiring qualified and principled professionals to join its team. The available positions are Accounts Assistant, IT Officer, and Human Resource Officer. All roles are based at the company`s Head Office, while also providing dedicated support to field staff.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- **Accounts Assistant:**
- Manage office expenditure and petty cash within the approved expenditure budgetary limits.
- Play a vital role in the company`s financial management, including all account reconciliations and reporting to necessary parties.
- Provide support and guidance to branch staff in their roles, including posting payments and posting transactions in the accounting system.
- Assess and authenticate the integrity of company data posted by branches and the Head Office to ensure accurate reports.
- Ensure accurate tax computation, timely tax filing, and payment of statutory obligations to maintain compliance.
- Conduct monthly reconciliations for all company bank accounts, M-Pesa accounts, including Paybill and Bulk accounts, and fund transfers.
- Prepare and maintain the fixed asset register, schedules, and functions related to property, plant, and equipment.

- **IT Officer:**
- Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software components, including computers, desktops, phones, and peripherals.
- Provide technical support to employees on hardware and software issues, both in person and remotely, and resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Assist in managing user accounts and access permissions, including creating, modifying, and deleting accounts as needed.
- Monitor system performance and assist in troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal functionality and minimal downtime.
- Assist in the implementation and enforcement of IT security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
- Assist in documenting IT procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base.

- **Human Resource Officer:**
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**Requirements:**

- **Accounts Assistant:**
- Bachelor`s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a business-related field.
- CPA or ACCA certification, either completed or in progress.
- Two to three years of relevant experience in Accounts or Finance.
- Experience with different accounting software.
- Hands-on experience in banking systems is an added advantage.
- Experience in the microfinance industry will be an added advantage.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

- **IT Officer:**
- Bachelor`s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- At least two years of previous experience in an IT support role, preferably in the financial services industry.
- Knowledge of IT systems, including hardware, software, networks, and security protocols.
- Familiarity with operating systems such as Windows and Linux.
- Familiarity with productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
- Awareness of IT security best practices and technologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

**Benefits:**
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**Deadline:**
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**Job Type:**
Full-time positions at Umodzi Microfinance Limited`s Head Office.

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