Fair Chain Workforce is committed to fostering equitable employment opportunities, bridging gaps between talent and industry needs. With a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, the organization connects jobseekers—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—with employers dedicated to fair labor practices. Through tailored workforce development programs, mentorship, and strategic partnerships, Fair Chain empowers individuals to achieve sustainable careers while supporting businesses in building diverse, high-performing teams. The team collaborates closely with clients to understand evolving industry demands, ensuring alignment between workforce solutions and organizational goals.
Fair Chain Workforce establishes a globally equitable and sustainable workforce framework by linking highly skilled, audit-certified accountants in Kenya with professional accounting firms throughout the Netherlands.
Our Nairobi-based team provides specialized support exclusively to Dutch accounting firms, delivering premium accounting, compilation, and financial reporting services tailored to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
We prioritize the preparation of accurate, standardized, and audit-ready financial documentation in compliance with Dutch regulatory standards. Our performance-oriented culture emphasizes accountability, operational efficiency, and a steadfast commitment to maintaining high-quality deliverables.
Top Performers Only
This position seeks highly accomplished audit seniors and assistant managers, particularly those with training from Big 4 firms, who have consistently demonstrated exceptional performance.
We are specifically looking for:
Professionals holding positions at the Senior Associate or Assistant Manager level—or equivalent roles within a premier organization—are sought.
Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) qualification, ensuring full compliance with the respective regulatory standards.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to handle numerous year-end files autonomously while ensuring all deadlines are met and quality remains consistently high.
This role presents an ideal career progression opportunity for audit professionals aiming to evolve from audit testing and review responsibilities to assuming complete ownership of financial reporting deliverables. Designed exclusively for experienced audit practitioners, it is not intended for entry-level candidates.
Your Role
As a Senior Accountant, you will assume complete responsibility for the year-end compilation and financial reporting processes pertaining to Dutch clients.
You will prepare the final reporting deliverables and ensure the technical precision of financial statements, rather than conducting audits.
Your work includes:
We meticulously examine accounting records to detect discrepancies or potential risks.
Conducting final adjustments, including accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
Transforming audited accounting records into financial statements and condensed reports that adhere to Dutch regulatory standards.
Managing various year-end files concurrently within a structured, deadline-oriented setting presents multifaceted challenges and demands meticulous coordination. This role requires juggling numerous critical documents while adhering to strict timelines and maintaining high organizational standards. Success hinges on prioritizing tasks, ensuring accuracy, and delivering results under pressure to meet key deadlines.
We ensure files are meticulously prepared, thoroughly documented, and fully compliant with review standards.
Continuously enhancing operational efficiency, elevating documentation standards, and reducing turnaround times remain integral priorities.
Maintaining professional communication with Dutch accountants is essential, ensuring clarity and adherence to regulatory standards.
This position demands a blend of technical precision and a relentless commitment to swift execution, coupled with a deep sense of accountability.
What You Bring
Qualified and advanced Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) credential holder with proven expertise in accounting, taxation, and financial compliance, prepared to deliver high-level financial analysis and strategic advisory services.
Professionals with a minimum of six years of audit expertise gained in public practice—ideally within a Big 4 firm or another top-tier organization—are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrates a comprehensive grasp of the complete accounting cycle alongside proficiency in financial reporting under IFRS standards.
Individuals must possess expertise in handling year-end financial files, executing audits, and preparing comprehensive working paper documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Demonstrates the capacity to operate autonomously while maintaining exceptional levels of productivity and precision.
Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a strong sense of accountability in managing deadlines with precision. Exhibits a proactive approach to meeting project timelines and ensures all commitments are fulfilled in a timely manner.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in cloud accounting platforms such as Exact Online is desirable, with familiarity in alternatives like QuickBooks, Xero, or comparable systems also acceptable.
A strong aptitude for rapidly acquiring proficiency in Dutch GAAP (RJ) is required.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation within the Big 4 framework is offered, determined by both professional experience and individual performance metrics.
Engagement with Dutch accounting firms and multinational clients.
A thorough onboarding and training program focuses on Dutch GAAP (RJ), system proficiency, and alignment with client-specific requirements.
In this dynamic setting, employees are expected to perform at an exceptional level while maintaining a strong sense of accountability, fostering an atmosphere that prioritizes continuous professional development.
Fair Chain Workforce offers significant, long-term career advancement prospects for dedicated professionals seeking sustainable growth within a dynamic organization.
A dynamic and expanding Nairobi office, characterized by robust local leadership and seamless international collaboration, is seeking a driven candidate to join the team.
Please submit your CV along with a concise cover letter explaining your motivation to: people@fairchainworkforce.com
Seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant with Big 4-level expertise to oversee financial operations for Dutch clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting knowledge, exceptional analytical abilities, and a commitment to delivering accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include managing complex financial statements, ensuring compliance with Dutch and international accounting standards, and providing strategic financial insights to senior leadership. Proficiency in Dutch GAAP and IFRS, along with advanced Excel and ERP system skills, is essential. Prior experience in a Big 4 environment or equivalent multinational corporation is highly preferred. The role requires leadership in guiding junior team members and collaborating cross-functionally to drive financial excellence.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
6 years
