Accountant Job in Nairobi, Kenya (130K)

Job Title: Accountant

Industry: Construction and Project Management
Gross Salary: 70k – 130k
Location: Nairobi
Our client is one of the leading firms in construction and project management of both commercial and residential projects having been in operations for over 30 years.

They seek to recruit a highly competent and performance driven accountant who will be responsible for ensuring company compliance with accounting standards and practices.
S/He should also be able to handle administrative functions in the office.
Responsibilities
·         File statutory returns on timely manner as per the norms of KRA. (VAT/PAYE/NSSF/NHIF/P9)
·         Prepare monthly financial statements, reports and records by collecting, analysing and summarizing account information
·         Recording and maintaining the accounting transactions
·         Maintain and reconcile bank accounts on regular basis.
·         Generate invoices and make timely follow ups on accounts receivable
·         Research and reconcile all discrepancies.
·         Petty Cash Management.
·         Payroll Management
·         Auditing and verifying documents.
·         Following internal controls.
·         Financial analysis on a requested basis
·         Manage accounts payable
·         Identify and provide strategic work solutions to improve the operational efficiency
·         Assist in administrative functions of the office
Qualifications
·         A University Degree in Accounts and or Finance
·         Must have minimum CPA IV. ACCA Level 1 is preferable
·         Knowledge on the use of QuickBooks is a mandatory requirement
·         Must be conversant in using i-Tax.
·         A minimum of 4 years’ work experience with at least 2 years as a senior accountant.
·         Demonstrable knowledge and experience in accounts in billing and account receivable.
·         Knowledge & experience in preparing final company accounts
·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
·         Strong strategic, analytical and organizational skills.
·         Experience developing and managing budgets
·         Ability to work on own initiative, meet tight deadlines and balance priorities to achieve results
·         Male candidates encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Accountant) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 12th July 2019.
Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV.