Accountant

Role Overview

• The Account will be responsible for managing the company's financial records, ensuring financial ac- curacy, supporting effective financial management and maintaining compliance with applicable stat- utory and regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Accounting and Reporting: Maintain accurate financial records, prepare monthly manage- ment accounts, financial statements and periodic financial reports to support management decision- making.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee supplier payments, customer invoicing, debt collection and account reconciliations, ensuring timely settlement of financial obligations.
• Banking and Cash Flow Management: Perform regular bank reconciliations, monitor cash flows and ensure effective management of the company's financial resources.
• Taxation and Statutory Compliance: Ensure timely preparation and submission of tax returns and statutory payments while maintaining compliance with KRA and other relevant regulatory require- ments.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Support budget preparation and monitoring, track expenditure, ana- lyse variances and recommend measures to enhance cost efficiency and profitability.
• Inventory and Asset Management: Maintain accurate inventory and fixed asset records, conduct periodic reconciliations and ensure proper accountability for company assets and stock.
• Internal Controls and Audit: Implement and monitor financial controls, ensure adherence to ac- counting policies and procedures, and coordinate internal and external audit requirements.
• Financial Advisory and Support: Provide financial analysis, insights and recommendations to man- agement to support strategic planning, operational efficiency and business growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• CPA (K) qualification or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• At least 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, taxation and financial reporting. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting and cash flow management.