Chief Accountant

Duties

Manages the day-­to-­day financial operations within the company, such as client invoicing, supplier payments, and other transactions
Manage planning and forecasting processes including budgeting and forecasting processes as well as developing financial targets
Develop and analyses monthly/annual financial and management reports, review cash balances, operating performance and seek ways to reduce cost
Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-­term and short-­term decision making
Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
Supervise and develop finance department’s staff
Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
Understand and adhere to financial regulations of the country as well as the client requirements

Job Requirements

Must have 3 – 5 years of experience in accounting and finance.
Excellent communication skills in English (Verbal and Written)
Proficient user of finance software
BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA is a must
Ability to work in a fast-­paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
Cross-­cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.

Remuneration: KES 80,000 to KES 100,000