Financial Accountant
Our client, a leading manufacturer and provider of tyres and tyre solutions with offices across Kenya and the COMESA region, has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and resourceful candidate to fill the above position.
Our client, a leading manufacturer and provider of tyres and tyre solutions with offices across Kenya and the COMESA region, has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and resourceful candidate to fill the above position.
To provide accurate, meaningful and timely financial information, maintenance of the books of accounts and ensuring integrity on all financial transactions processing chain
Among others, key accountabilities will include:-
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Circulating monthly closing timetable and making follow up to
ensure adherence to deadlines.
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Authorizing journals into the accounting system to enable
preparation of monthly accounts.
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Assisting in the preparation of monthly consolidated statement
of financial position and statement of cash flows.
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Reviewing general ledger account reconciliations for accuracy
and timeliness in their preparation.
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Assisting in the preparation of financial statements for
management as well as other stakeholder’s decision making.
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Ensuring all relevant taxes for the company are filed and paid
for on or before due date.
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Establishing, lodging and following up tax refund claims with
tax authorities (Kenya and Offshore).
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Analyzing, objecting and resolving tax assessments and inquiries
from various Revenue Authorities and other statutory bodies.
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Managing relationships with various revenue authorities (KRA,
URA and TRA) on tax matters and ensure full compliance
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Assisting in reviewing Subsidiaries’ financial reports for
correctness and accuracy.
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Balancing-off intercompany ledgers and preparing intercompany
reconciliations including a review of all trial balances.
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Preparing dormant subsidiaries financial statements for
management decision making.
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Developing, supervising and coaching assigned staff to enhance
performance for increased productivity.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
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A Bachelors Degree in Accounting/ Finance or a related business
field
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A Certified Public Accountant (CPA(K), / ACCA or equivalent) and
be a member of ICPAK
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At least 4 years relevant working experience in a manufacturing
environment preferably a comparable role
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Knowledge of IFRS / IAS and Taxation rules and laws
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Good working knowledge of ERP systems – working knowledge of SAP
Version 6.0 will be an added advantage
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A team player with excellent communication skills, Attention to
detail, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
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High standards of ethics and values
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover
letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to
recruitment@odumont.com before end of day 12 July 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted