Accountant

Job Description
The Finance team in the Nairobi office at Turner & Townsend is seeking for a self-driven, detailed oriented accountant to assist with all aspects of the finance function. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the accountant will provide support to the team and business units as required, including assistance with the development of ad hoc financial analyses. 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Reporting

Accurate and Timely Financial reports 
Accurate and timely Cash and revenue Forecasts 
Reports ready by Set Deadlines 
Monthly Finance Briefing to BU Managers 
On time Cash Forecasts 

Compliance 

Tax & Accounting Returns 
On Time closure of Financial Audits 
Record of all Corporate Statutory Documents 
Legal Compliance 
File statutory deadlines, having achieved all Group Clearances. 
Audits complete in line with Global Timetable 
Up-To Date record of key documents 
Legal Register updated 

Controls

Robust Financial Control System 
Adherence to Group Policies 
Processes as per Accounting manual 
Zero Non-compliance Reports 

Commercial Focus 

Cost Control 
Profits & Revenue maximization 
Proactive Credit Control 
Ensure costs are approved within budget 
Budgeted Net margin as per BP.  
Monthly Project Reviews 
Utilizations reviews and Look-ahead 60 Days in Debt an No Debt Write-offs 
Action plan for Financial Control revenue projects.  

Team Support & Development 

Motivated Finance team 
High performing teams 
Quality Staff Welfare Programs 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
6-10 years post-graduate experience in accounting function would be beneficial
Proven ability to work in a deadline driven environment
High degree of organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Quantitative thinker who is a problem solver
Excellent Microsoft Office Skills with a strong emphasis on Excel
Works well in a team environment
Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and apply them

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