Accountant Job Vacancy in Kenya


Title: Accountant
Reports to: Managing Director
Direct Reports   
General task:
The accountant will be involved in coordination of the accounting function at the client organization.
S/he will be responsible for financial reporting, budget preparation, tracking of expenditure as well as preparation and presentation of statutory returns.
Specific tasks:
·         Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
·         Handle the general ledger and monthly close process to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information in the company.
·         Prepare budgets, track expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels
·         Preparing variance analysis reports.
·         Interact with external auditors and work on recommendations for the same.
·         Establish, maintain and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
·         Prepare and present statutory returns to relevant bodies including KRA, NSSF, NHIF and AG.
Qualifications
·         The position holder should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Accounting/Finance and related field from a recognized institution.
·         A CPA (K)/ACCA will be an added advantage.
·         Must have 2-3 years work experience in a similar role.
·         Must possess excellent  organizational communication skills.
·         Must be detail oriented and able to work with a high degree of accuracy
·         Should be able to work and compile data and reports
·         Able to make capable and effective decisions as well as prioritize, and manage tasks
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Thursday 29th March 2012 to: exemplarconsultants@gmail.com