Our client if a food manufacturing
company in Nairobi.
They seek to recruit an experienced person in the position of Senior Accountant.
They seek to recruit an experienced person in the position of Senior Accountant.
She/he will be responsible for
overseeing all aspects of the organization’s accounting function, build and
manage effective and streamlined administrative / financial systems.
Prior experience working in an FMCG
manufacturing environment a plus.
Key Responsibilities
·
Review and approve preparation and
finalization of monthly & annual financial reports.
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Coordinate all auditing
activities-internal & external.
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Ensure that all ledger accounts,
financial statements and cost control systems are operating effectively.
·
Ensure financial record systems are
in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
·
File all company taxes correctly
& ensure the company is tax compliant.
·
Review, analyse and correct errors
and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
·
Formulate a payment plan by observing
the nature of incoming cash versus operations payment needs.
·
Prepare company’s expected &
actual financial performance report.
·
Oversee stock taking and ensure all
stock information is correctly posted in the system.
·
Administer proper filing of all
documents-internal & external documents.
·
Review all suppliers & customer
invoices and ensure they are all posted correctly and VAT is well captured.
·
Evaluate current accounting practices
and policies and drive continuous improvement.
·
Coordinate monthly closing process
during stock takes and aim to have minimal stock discrepancies.
Qualifications
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Degree in accounting/finance.
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Must be a CPA-K or ACCA holder
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At least 5 years work experience in
as a senior accountant in an FMCG company
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Proficiency in accounting software
tools like Tally and QuickBooks
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Ability to understand and apply
current accounting guidelines, system and policy updates.
·
Team leadership skills
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are advised to
send their applications clearly quoting “SENIOR ACCOUNTANT” on the email
subject head to info@leeandmyles.com so as to reach us on before 10th April,
2019.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.