Senior Accountant Finance Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi Speaking

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profile Job Location:

Nairobi - Kenya

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
profile Experience Required: 7-10years
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Senior Accountant / Finance - Hindi Gujarati Punjabi Speaking

Location: Nairobi

Our client a diversified organization operating across trading logistics petroleum and FMCG sectors is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to strengthen its finance function.

Language Requirement: Fluency in Hindi Gujarati or Punjabi is mandatory due to frequent engagement with key suppliers and stakeholders.

Job Purpose
To drive financial accuracy integrity and compliance by overseeing financial reporting managing core accounting functions and supporting strategic decision-making through robust financial insights and controls.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & MIS
Prepare and present monthly MIS reports including P&L balance sheet cash flow statements and variance analysis
Provide actionable insights to management to support business performance and cost optimization
Monitor financial KPIs and highlight risks and opportunities

Accounts Receivable & Payable
Oversee end-to-end AR/AP processes ensuring timely invoicing collections and supplier payments
Perform regular reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Strengthen credit control processes and manage aging reports

Inventory & Cost Accounting
Manage inventory accounting stock valuation and reconciliation across multiple business units
Ensure accuracy in cost allocation stock movements and reporting
Work closely with operations to minimize stock variances and losses

Taxation & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with Kenyan tax regulations including VAT Withholding Tax (WHT) and other statutory obligations
Prepare and file accurate tax returns within deadlines
Liaise with external auditors tax advisors and regulatory authorities as required

Financial Close & Controls
Lead month-end and year-end closing processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Support audit processes and implement recommendations for continuous improvement

Stakeholder Management
Act as a key liaison between finance and business units including suppliers and partners
Leverage language skills to facilitate smooth communication and negotiations with regional stakeholders

Requirements

Candidate Profile:
Qualified (CPA / ACCA / CA Inter CA) MBA Finance
58 years of relevant experience
Strong in MIS reporting and Excel/ERP systems
Language Skills: English Swahili Hindi Gujarati Punjabi.
Candidates with experience in trading logistics petroleum or FMCG sectors are encouraged to apply.
Candidates who are non-Kenyan passport holders and possess permanent residency are encouraged to apply.


Required Education:

Candidate Profile: Qualified (CPA / ACCA / CA Inter CA) MBA Finance 58 years of relevant experience Strong in MIS reporting and Excel/ERP systems Language Skills: English Swahili Hindi Gujarati Punjabi. Candidates with experience in trading logistics petroleum or FMCG sectors are encouraged to apply. Candidates who are non-Kenyan passport holders and possess permanent residency are encouraged to apply.

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