Job Role Description

We are looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, which include but are not limited to; payroll processing, debtors, payments verification, tax, and liaising with statutory bodies and the bank.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring compliance with all tax matters, and other regulatory authorities and processing of the tax payments and returns.
• Handling monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing
• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments captured & tracked on accounting software and reporting all financial information done; weekly, monthly, quarterly, and end of the year.
• Manage payroll, by processing salaries, ensuring payroll and tax documents are accurate, and updating payroll files.
• Reviewing and reconciling the general ledger, identifying and thoroughly investigating any discrepancies, and taking the proper corrective actions to resolve them.
• Maintaining a monthly listing of the accounts payable and receivables and following up on customer payments and debt collection.
• Preparation of budget forecasts, monthly budget variance analysis, audit schedules, and supporting the organization during external audits.
• Process inter-group transactions

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related area of study.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)or ACCA.
• Member of The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) will be an added advantage
• Minimum 3 years experience as an accountant in a busy environment.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting procedures, principles, and reporting standards as well as creating financial statements.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in MS Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP’s
• Experience with general ledger functions and the end-of-the-month or end-of-the-year close process.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills