Fair Chain Workforce is committed to fostering equitable employment opportunities through sustainable and inclusive workforce development. The organization prioritizes partnerships with businesses and communities to create fair labor practices, ensuring dignified work conditions and competitive wages for all employees. Dedicated to ethical sourcing and transparency, Fair Chain Workforce collaborates with diverse stakeholders to promote economic empowerment and reduce disparities in the labor market. Candidates for roles within the organization should demonstrate a strong alignment with its mission, possess relevant professional experience, and exhibit a passion for social impact and workforce equity. Key responsibilities include advancing fair hiring practices, designing inclusive workplace policies, and driving initiatives that support underrepresented groups in gaining meaningful employment.
Fair Chain Workforce establishes a global workforce framework that is both equitable and sustainable, facilitating connections between rigorously audit-trained accountants based in Kenya and accounting firms operating in the Netherlands.
Based in Nairobi, our team provides specialized accounting, compilation, and financial reporting services exclusively to Dutch accounting firms, catering specifically to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
We prioritize the creation of streamlined, standardized, and audit-ready financial documentation that fully complies with Dutch regulatory standards. Our workplace fosters a results-oriented culture, emphasizing accountability, operational efficiency, and unwavering commitment to high-quality deliverables.
Top Performers Only
This position seeks accomplished audit professionals, including senior auditors and assistant managers with Big 4 experience, who have demonstrated exceptional performance throughout their careers.
We are specifically looking for:
Skilled individuals operating at the Senior Associate or Assistant Manager level—equivalently positioned within premier organizations—are sought for this opportunity.
Completed your Advanced CPA credential or hold the CPA-K designation, ensuring adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards in accounting.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to oversee multiple year-end files autonomously, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.
This role offers audit professionals the opportunity to shift from audit testing and review to assuming complete responsibility for financial reporting outcomes. Tailored for experienced audit practitioners seeking a career transition, it is not designed for candidates early in their career.
You will be responsible for overseeing a range of critical tasks designed to support and enhance team performance, including project management, client relations, and strategic planning. Key duties involve coordinating resources, analyzing data to inform decision-making, and ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards. The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with at least three years of experience in a similar role, demonstrating expertise in leadership and problem-solving. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in industry-specific tools and software.
As a Senior Accountant, you will assume complete responsibility for the year-end consolidation and preparation of financial statements for clients based in the Netherlands.
You will oversee the final reporting deliverables and maintain the technical accuracy of financial statements rather than conducting audits.
Your work includes:
Responsibilities include examining accounting documentation to detect discrepancies or potential risks, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with established standards.
Executing final modifications, including accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
Transforming reviewed accounting records into financial statements and abridged reports that comply with Dutch regulatory standards represents a key responsibility of this role.
Handling numerous year-end files concurrently within a highly organized, deadline-focused setting.
Preparing precise, thoroughly documented, and review-ready files with meticulous attention to detail.
Continuously enhancing operational efficiency, elevating documentation standards, and reducing turnaround time remain integral objectives of this role.
Professionals engage in courteous and effective correspondence with Dutch accounting specialists to ensure accurate and timely exchange of financial information.
This position demands technical precision while emphasizing rapid execution and a high sense of accountability.
What You Bring
Qualified and advanced Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) with demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and strategic tax planning. Proficient in analyzing complex financial data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering actionable insights to enhance organizational performance. Skilled in leveraging accounting software and ERP systems to streamline processes and improve accuracy. Strong communication abilities to present financial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics in all financial operations.
A minimum of six years of audit experience in public practice, with a preference for candidates from Big 4 firms or other top-tier organizations.
Demonstrates a comprehensive grasp of the complete accounting cycle alongside proficiency in financial reporting in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Professionals with expertise in managing year-end financial documentation, conducting audit procedures, and maintaining comprehensive working paper records are encouraged to apply. Candidates should possess hands-on experience in handling end-of-year reporting processes, overseeing audit engagements, and ensuring meticulous documentation practices to support regulatory compliance and operational transparency.
Proven capacity to operate autonomously while maintaining exceptional levels of productivity and precision.
Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, consistently adhering to schedules and taking full responsibility for meeting deadlines. Exhibits a disciplined approach to planning while maintaining ownership of assigned timelines and deliverables.
Proficient in advanced Excel functionalities and possesses exceptional proficiency in both written and verbal English communication.
Proficiency in cloud-based accounting platforms is required, with a preference for Exact Online. Familiarity with alternative solutions such as QuickBooks, Xero, or comparable systems is also acceptable.
Demonstrates the ability to rapidly develop proficiency in Dutch GAAP (RJ) standards.
What We Offer
A competitive salary, benchmarked against Big 4 standards, is provided, with compensation structured according to individual experience levels and performance outcomes.
Professional Rewriting:
Experience collaborating with Dutch accounting firms and serving international clientele.
Our comprehensive onboarding program ensures thorough training in Dutch GAAP (RJ), system proficiency, and alignment with client-specific requirements.
In a dynamic environment characterized by high performance and accountability, the role emphasizes continuous professional development.
Fair Chain Workforce offers exceptional prospects for sustained professional growth and long-term career development.
A thriving Nairobi-based office characterized by robust local leadership and seamless international collaboration.
Kindly submit your curriculum vitae along with a concise cover letter to: people@fairchainworkforce.com
We seek a highly skilled Senior Accountant with Big 4-level expertise to manage and oversee financial operations for our Dutch-based clients. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in accounting or finance, along with relevant professional certifications such as RA or RE. Proficiency in Dutch and English is essential, with excellent communication skills required to liaise with international teams and stakeholders. Responsibilities include leading month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, preparing and reviewing financial statements, and providing strategic financial guidance to clients. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, advanced analytical abilities, and the capacity to mentor junior team members.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
6 years
