The firm is currently sourcing for talent to join our robust workforce in the firm’s head office in Nairobi. Our BPO team which specializes in providing outsourced business processes is currently recruiting a Senior Financial Accountant who will be accountable for delivering accurate, high-value and consistent accounting services.
This is a hands-on, operational role, which involves managing a client portfolio and a team of financial accountants. You will be required to have strong organisational, analytical and interpersonal skills. The position will provide dynamic leadership and will contribute to the success of the organisation through; management and development of a high performing and client focused team, the implementation of robust change management controls and enhancement of processes.
You will be professionally qualified with staff management experience and ideally have worked in a high transaction style business.
Key responsibilities include
Producing error-free accounting reports and present their results for various clients to a high standard in line with local regulations Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
Provide technical support and advice on Management Accounts for various clients
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Prepare financial statements for various clients
Direct external audits to ensure compliance
Plan, assign and review junior staff’s work as well as working with the senior team to set departmental goals and improve procedures
Support month-end and year-end close process for clients
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls for clients
Ensure compliance with IFRS principles
Completion of the monthly financial accounting cycle for various companies
Provide training to the team on various technical and operational matters
Ensure client billings and collections are done well on time
Skills and requirements
Qualified accountant (ideally ACA or ACCA) with relevant post-qualification experience
Proven experience as an Accounting Supervisor, Chief or Senior Accountant
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
In-depth understanding and familiarity with financial accounting statements
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like Sage Pastel and QuickBooks. Experience on Xero will be an added advantage
Advanced MS Excel skills including V-lookups and pivot tables
To apply, please follow the link below and fill out the form with your details, attaching the appropriate documents as instructedAll applications must be received by 26 February 2021.
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