JOB TITLE

 

ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

WATER MANAGEMENT

SALARY

KSHS. 40,000-60,000

JOB LOCATION

CBD, NAIROBI

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Financial Reporting & Reconciliation:

  • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Reconcile bank statements and ledgers, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
  • Review and manage general ledger entries, journal entries, and other accounting reports.

Cost Accounting & Budgeting:

  • Conduct cost accounting analyses and help track costs to ensure budgetary adherence.
  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets.
  • Provide insights on cost optimization and financial performance.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate and timely payments and collections.
  • Process invoices, track payments, and resolve discrepancies as they arise.

Tax Compliance & Reporting:

  • Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide necessary documentation.

Financial System Management:

  • Ensure the integrity of the company's accounting systems (Tally), including data entry, system updates, and user access control.
  • Continuously review internal controls and accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.

 Reporting & Analysis:

  • Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis to support business decisions.
  • Work closely with management to identify financial trends and opportunities for improvement.

General Accounting:

  • Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and ensure that all transactions are compliant with company policies and regulations.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.

 

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA will be an added advantage
  • Minimum of 5-6 years of hands-on experience in accounting or finance roles.
  • Proven experience working with Tally accounting software. Familiarity with other financial software is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.
  • In-depth knowledge of accounts systems and financial accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS, etc.).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) for financial modeling and reporting.

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience press the Apply button.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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