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Job Location drjobs

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Purpose 

We are seeking a detail-oriented proactive and analytical professional with a solid background in audit and accounting and at least two years of hands-on experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day-to-day accounting conducting internal and external audits preparing financial reports ensuring compliance with financial regulations and supporting the overall financial operations of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

Record day to day financial transactions ensuring accurate data entry in compliance with accounting standards.

Reconcile general ledger accounts bank statements and ensure timely reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies.

Support budgeting forecasting and financial planning processes. Monitor bank balances and coordinate cash flow planning.

Fixed Assets & Inventory maintain up to date fixed asset register and perform periodic asset verification calculate and post depreciation expenses monthly and monitor asset disposals additions and transfers.

2. Internal Controls & Audit.

Prepare financial reports and assist in month-end and year-end closings and generate trial balance.

Support external audit processes by preparing audit schedules and documentation and responding to audit queries.

Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements to processes.

Monitor and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.

Liaise with external auditors tax consultants banks and other external parties when necessary.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance.

Assist in filing statutory returns and timely payments.

Support tax consultants and respond to tax queries or audits.


Qualifications :

  Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.

CPA ACCA or equivalent professional certification (partly or fully qualified).

Minimum 3 years of experience in auditing and accounting (internal audit external audit or financial accounting roles).

Proficiency in accounting software e.g Tally and ERP.

Advance excel skills and good command of Microsoft Office Suite.

Hands on experience in process improvement or automation.

At least 2 years experience in working with audit firms.

Experience of working in multiple currencies environment.

Solid understanding of accounting principles audit procedures and tax regulations.


Additional Information :

Key Competencies:

High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Strong analytical reporting and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail with a proactive approach.

Organizational skills and time management abilities Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Proactive ability to use own initiative and willingness to accept responsibility.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

Employment Type

Full-time

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