Accountant
Location: Nairobi
Type: Full-Time – 6 days a week
Budget: KES. 50,000 – 60,000
Our client, a leading company in the product financing sector, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join their team. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial management, compliance with regulations, and support for the company’s strategic financial objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare, examine, and maintain financial records, ensuring all transactions are accurate and up to date.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including timely reconciliations and follow- ups on outstanding balances.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Monitor budgets, forecast expenditures, and recommend cost-saving strategies.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including preparation and timely submission
of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.
• Process payroll, including deductions, allowances, and statutory remittances, while
maintaining confidentiality.
• Oversee the reconciliation of bank and Mpesa transactions to ensure accuracy in
financial records.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions as necessary.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement financial policies,
procedures, and internal controls.
• Support financial decision-making by providing insights and recommendations based
on financial data analysis.
Qualifications and Experience:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA(K) or ACCA certification is required.
• At least 3-5 years of proven experience in accounting, preferably in the financial
services or product financing sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms) and
advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations and statutory compliance in Kenya.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Key Attributes:
• Integrity and a high level of confidentiality in handling financial data.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and able to recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Application Process:
If you are a skilled accountant looking to make an impact in the product financing industry, we would love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to careers@morsanhr.co.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.