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JOB TITLE |
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT |
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NATURE OF JOB |
FULL TIME |
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INDUSTRY |
MANUFACTURING |
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SALARY |
KSHS. 80,000 |
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JOB LOCATION |
MLOLONGO |
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS/GAAP.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, including banks, payables, receivables, and inventory.
- Analyze financial data and provide insights to support management decision-making.
- Maintain general ledger integrity by ensuring accurate posting of transactions.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist in developing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and variance analysis to ensure cost control and adherence to financial plans.
- Provide recommendations for corrective actions where variances occur.
Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Oversee invoicing, collections, and supplier payments to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Implement controls to manage credit limits, payment terms, and cash flow.
- Support procurement and sales teams in resolving invoice discrepancies or payment delays.
Audit & Compliance
- Coordinate both internal and external audits, ensuring timely availability of required documentation.
- Enforce adherence to company financial policies, tax laws, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulatory filings, and payroll obligations.
Team Supervision & Process Improvement
- Supervise and mentor junior accountants, providing training and guidance for performance improvement.
- Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems, workflows, and reporting tools.
- Collaborate with IT and operations teams to automate and streamline finance functions.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor daily cash positions and bank balances to ensure adequate liquidity.
- Manage disbursements, petty cash, and fund transfers efficiently.
- Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.
Stakeholder & Management Support
- Support management in financial planning, investment analysis, and cost optimization strategies.
- Provide timely financial information to auditors, regulators, and senior leadership.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional certification required
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a busy or high-volume organization
- Strong understanding of IFRS, tax laws, and financial regulations
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle, or Odoo) and advanced Excel 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.