JOB TITLE

 

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

 

SALARY

KSHS.50,000

JOB LOCATION

RUAKA

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal use by management and external stakeholders.
  • Analyze trends in revenues, costs, expenses, and other key financial indicators to provide actionable insights.
  • Present financial reports with clear summaries and recommendations to guide business decisions.

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with departmental heads to consolidate and align budget projections.
  • Monitor ongoing expenditures against the approved budget and report any significant variances.
  • Prepare rolling forecasts and scenario analyses to support agility in financial planning.

Cost Management & Profitability Analysis

  • Track departmental and project-specific costs, identifying areas of inefficiency or overspending.
  • Recommend cost-saving initiatives and perform break-even analysis and pricing strategies.
  • Support product and service profitability analysis to optimize resource allocation.

Compliance & Statutory Obligations

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory filing requirements (e.g., PAYE, VAT, NSSF, SHIF, etc.).
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial legislation and regulatory changes affecting the organization.
  • Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies as needed.

 

 

Internal Controls & Risk Management

  • Develop, implement, and monitor internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks through appropriate controls and policy recommendations.
  • Ensure financial integrity by enforcing compliance with company policies and procedures.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

  • Maintain and improve the functionality of financial software systems and tools used for accounting and reporting.
  • Streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data.
  • Provide training and support to other staff on financial procedures and systems where necessary.

Strategic Financial Advisory

  • Act as a financial advisor to senior management by evaluating investment opportunities, funding strategies, and capital projects.
  • Contribute financial insight to business cases, grant proposals, and strategic initiatives.
  • Assist in long-term financial planning aligned with organizational goals.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

  • Monitor cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs and strategic investments.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable cycles to optimize working capital.
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts and funding requirement reports.

Team Support & Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively with other departments to gather data and ensure alignment in financial practices.
  • Provide financial training and guidance to non-finance staff as needed.
  • Support the finance team in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
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KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field and CPA K
  • Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management
  • Strong knowledge of financial regulations and statutory compliance in Kenya
  • Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted