Financial Accountant - Nairobi, Kenya - Deutsche Post DHL Group
Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
A DYNAMIC GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN STARTS AT YOUR DOORSTEP
Today's customers are always on the go and want their products faster and cheaper than ever before. Global interconnectedness is growing. That's why you need a powerful, international network to manage your supply chain.
With 380,000 people in over 220 countries and territories worldwide, we're reaching more people than ever. And, as we're already thinking about what the world in 2050 might look like, we're preparing for the logistics challenges that lie ahead.
Because we're not only delivering packages. It's our goal to bring joy and prosperity to the people we serve. Everywhere. Every day.
JOB SUMMARY
About youBachelor's degree in commerce – Accounting option.Qualified Professional Accounts (ACCA, CPA, CA).Minimum 5 years of experience.Knowledge of an ERP system.Project management (From a finance perspective).Track record of strong P&L understanding.Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).Well organized individual and results oriented.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a support position to the DHL Supply Chain Kenya Finance in providing Financial, Audit and Tax leadership for the country. Responsible for the countries Financial Accounting Ledger Reporting and Reconciliations. Adherence to tax laws, Ledger reconciliation and preparation of tax returns. Responsible for Tax Administration, these includes payments.Support the Finance Manager with Internal Controls.Adherence to group financial reporting guidelines.Training the finance team on group financial reporting. Working Capital Management, External & internal audit co-ordination.Drive compliance awareness in country.Ensure Compliance with all Local statutory accounting rules and regulations, Group Accounting policies and procedures and other Compliance driven policies and procedures.East Africa Treasury Management, Bank reconciliations, Co-ordinating with SSC on timely Billing, allocation of collections and timely payments of suppliers and cashflow management.Responsible for Country Balance sheet reconciliations as per Group guidelines, IFRS and Local GAAP.Tax Management for Kenya.Custodian of Finance SOPs, ensure regular revision to adopt to current operating environment. You may be required to undertake other duties as necessitated by business needs that may not be part of the responsibilities outlined in this role profile.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Accounting, Bookkeeping, Billing, Documentation and record keeping
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree