Senior Accountant - Nairobi, Kenya - Corporate Staffing

Description

Corporate Staffing Services is a leading recruitment agency in Kenya providing complete recruitment services. In the last ten years we have been partners to local and foreign businesses looking to hire Kenyan professionals. We have recruited for diverse clients in different sectors and industries.

Key Responsibilities
Management Reporting

Ensure that consolidated management reports are submitted in a timely manner

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Provide insights into financial performance, including variance analysis and trend identification

Budgeting and forecasting

Gather information and input for budgeting purposes in a timely and efficient manner
Analyze historical financial data and trends to develop accurate and realistic budget projections
Ensure that budgets are comprehensive, covering all relevant income and expense categories
Develop and maintain financial forecasting models to project future financial performance
Regularly update forecasts to reflect changes in business conditions, market dynamics, and internal factors
Prepare reports on future revenue and expenditure expectations as required

General Ledger Management

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records
Validate transactions in the Accounting System

Treasury, Cash and Working Capital Management

Monitor cash flows and prepare cash flow forecasts
Manage working capital and optimize cash utilization

Audit and Compliance

Support group audits and consolidation processes
Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations
Maintaining the company – wide control environment, monitor and report compliance gaps and drive improvement of the ICS
Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits
Develop and update company finance policies, procedures and processes manual

Taxation

Research on technical accounting and tax matters and ensure compliance at group level
Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with local and federal tax laws
Stay updated on changes in tax regulations

Month-end and Year-end Closing

Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Financial Systems and Technology

Utilize accounting software and systems to streamline financial processes
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation

Team Leadership and Mentoring

Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff and local finance teams as required
Foster a culture of learning and development within the team

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a business related field
CPA (K) finalist or ACCA
MBA is an added advantage
At least 5-years' experience in a fast-paced Finance department with an all-round knowledge of all finance processes in a group setting
Telecoms, IT, Financial Services background will be an added advantage
Experience in Big 6 Accounting firms is desired
Preparation of consolidated financial statements
Proficiency in ERP
Advanced Excel skills
Multi-cultural work background
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills