Fair Chain Workforce is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and equitable workforce ecosystem, driving positive change through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. The organization prioritizes ethical labor practices, transparency, and community empowerment, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for all employees. Fair Chain Workforce actively collaborates with businesses, governments, and civil society to promote inclusive economic growth while addressing systemic challenges in labor markets. Committed to continuous improvement, the team regularly evaluates programs to maximize their social and environmental impact, aligning with global sustainability goals.
Fair Chain Workforce establishes an equitable and sustainable global workforce framework by linking certified accountants from Kenya—trained in rigorous audit standards—with accounting firms throughout the Netherlands.
Our team based in Nairobi collaborates solely with Dutch accounting firms, providing them with premium accounting, compilation, and financial reporting services tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
We prioritize the preparation of accurate, standardized, and audit-ready financial documentation that fully complies with Dutch regulatory standards. Our high-performance culture emphasizes accountability, operational efficiency, and the consistent delivery of superior-quality results.
Top Performers Only
This position seeks seasoned professionals who have excelled as audit seniors or assistant managers, particularly those with training from a Big 4 firm.
We are specifically looking for:
Professionals at Senior Associate or Assistant Manager level (or comparable in a top-tier firm)
Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Public Accountant – Kenya (CPA-K) qualifications, demonstrating expertise in accounting principles, taxation, and regulatory compliance.
Candidates who can independently manage multiple year-end files and take full responsibility for deadlines and output quality
Positioning: This is an ex-audit career move. The role is intended for audit professionals who want to transition from audit testing and review into full ownership of financial reporting output. This position is not suitable for junior-level candidates.
Your Role
As a Senior Accountant, you will assume complete responsibility for the year-end consolidation and financial reporting processes for Dutch-based clients.
You will focus on producing the final reporting deliverables and ensuring the technical integrity of financial statements, rather than conducting audits.
Your work includes:
Review and analyze accounting records to detect discrepancies or potential risks.
Executing the concluding modifications, including accruals, provisions, and reclassifications, to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with accounting standards.
Transforming audited accounting records into financial statements and abbreviated reports compliant with Dutch regulatory standards.
Overseeing several year-end files concurrently within a deadline-focused and highly structured setting.
Delivering meticulously prepared, fully documented, and audit-ready files with precision and thoroughness.
By consistently enhancing efficiency, refining documentation quality, and optimizing turnaround time, we aim to elevate operational performance and deliver superior results.
Maintaining polished and professional correspondence with Dutch accountants is essential, ensuring clarity and efficiency in all interactions.
This position demands a blend of technical precision and a steadfast commitment to rapid, decisive execution alongside a deep sense of accountability.
What You Bring
Qualified CPA-K professionals with advanced expertise are sought in this role. Candidates must possess a valid Certified Public Accountant – Kenya (CPA-K) certification, demonstrating a high level of proficiency in accounting principles and practices. The position requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, preparing accurate financial statements, and providing strategic financial guidance to stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in financial management, tax planning, and audit procedures, along with excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with teams and clients.
A minimum of six years’ audit experience in public practice is required, with a preference for candidates who have worked at Big 4 firms or other top-tier organizations.
Demonstrates a comprehensive grasp of the complete accounting cycle along with expertise in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Proficiency in handling year-end financial files, executing audit procedures, and preparing detailed working paper documentation is required.
Proven capability to work autonomously with efficiency and meticulous attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to structured planning methodologies and take full accountability for meeting critical deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel with advanced capabilities, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills in English, are essential for this position.
Proficiency in cloud-based accounting platforms, with a preference for Exact Online, and familiarity with alternatives such as QuickBooks, Xero, or comparable systems, is required.
A strong commitment to rapidly acquire proficiency in Dutch GAAP (RJ) standards.
What We Offer
A highly competitive salary, benchmarked against industry standards within the Big 4, is offered, commensurate with experience and performance.
Professional Rewriting:
Experience collaborating with Dutch accounting firms as well as multinational clients is required.
Professionally developed onboarding and training programs to ensure proficiency in Dutch GAAP (RJ), system operations, and client-specific requirements.
A dynamic, results-driven setting characterized by elevated performance standards and a strong commitment to accountability, fostering continuous professional development.
Fair Chain Workforce offers enduring career prospects for professionals seeking sustained growth and development. The organization provides robust pathways for advancement, enabling individuals to build expertise and progress within a dynamic and supportive environment.
A dynamic Nairobi office characterized by robust local leadership and active international collaboration is actively expanding its team.
Please submit your CV along with a concise cover letter to: people@fairchainworkforce.com
Seeking a seasoned Senior Accountant with Big 4-level expertise, specifically experienced in serving Dutch clients. This role demands a thorough understanding of international accounting standards, Dutch tax regulations, and GAAP. Responsibilities include overseeing complex financial reporting, ensuring compliance with local and global financial mandates, and providing strategic financial insights to clients. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP or Oracle. Additionally, fluency in Dutch and English, along with relevant certifications (e.g., RA, CPA), is required. This position plays a pivotal role in driving financial accuracy and efficiency for our esteemed Dutch client base.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
6 years
