RECRUITMENT OF AN ACCOUNTANT
Our client, a medium sized company based in Nairobi that is in
real estate sector is looking for an accountant who can run a wholly
functional accounting department.
The company has been in operation for the past 25 years.
Reporting: The Accountant will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
Job Description
Accounting and financial controls
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Ensuring all accounting data is captured in real time and is
accurate
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Timely preparation of management reports
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Preparation of annual financial statements
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Cashflow forecasting and risk analysis as well as Advice the
directors on cashflow management
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Preparing of both operational and capital expenses in liaison
with other departments
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Establishment of the necessary operating procedures
Cash and bank management
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Ensuring all bankings are done on time
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Weekly forecasting of cash receipts and payments of the company
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Bank reconciliations
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Debtors and creditors management
Payroll management
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Preparing payroll for all company staff
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Filing the necessary personnel dues with the relevant
authorities within the stipulated deadlines
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Maintaining confidentiality of all payroll matters
Tax and related regulatory matters
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Filing of VAT and ensuring payments are made to KRA when due
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Filing of income tax at the end of financial year and filing of
instalment taxes as and when they are due.
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Filing of PAYE
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providing tax planning services with reference to current
legislation
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Ensuring all tax savings of the company are well planned for
e.g. WHT
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Filing all statutory returns on time and ensuring they are paid
within the stipulated period.
Other duties and responsibilities
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Working closely with the company’s internal and external
auditors to ensure audits are done on time
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In consultation with the CEO Negotiating the terms of business
deals with both individual clients and associated organisations.
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In consultation with the CEO develop credit score cards for
credit clients
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Managing costs while getting value for services and goods
Key Attributes and Skills
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A person of good moral standing and integrity
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Good organizational skills
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Great analytical skills
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Ability to work without supervision and meet strict deadlines
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A self-starter
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A team worker.
Qualifications and experience
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CPA Section six
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A business related degree is an added advantage
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Ability to work with Quickbooks or an ERP system and IT savvy
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4 years accounting and finance experience in a similar or
related industry
Send your curriculum vitae to hr@pdl.co.ke by 12th January 2021
Please quote the salary expected and your availability.