Accountant – Nairobi, Kenya

Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Recruitment and Executive Search agency head quartered in Kenya providing outstanding talent to a wide range of companies and NGO’s in various business sectors across Africa.

Our client, a leading company in the motorsports industry is looking for an experienced . The success candidate will be responsible for the payable, receivable, statutory deductions, and the financial running of the company. The ideal candidate should have 3 – 5 years’ experience.

Key Requirements:

  • Complete a daily report on the financial health of the business.
  • Manage Payroll and submit statutory deductions i.e. NHIF, NSSF, PAYE and VAT
  • Produce monthly Management Reports.
  • Work with Tally ERP system as a management tool for accounts.
  • Manage inter-company transactions
  • Handle all banking requirements both online and offline.
  • Initiate Payments to Suppliers using the Online banking portal.
  • Manage all licensing and permits for the business.
  • Liaise with Operation Manager and ensure timely payment schedule for all supplier payments.
  • Create cashflow forecasts.
  • Advise senior management on any issues.
  • Actively scrutinize and act upon areas where profit could be increased.
  • Advise on any structural systems that could be changed to increase efficiency and profitability.
  • Create an annual budget for the business, broken down into months, with measurable targets.
  • Conduct regular checks on pricing and margins.
  • Review quarterly product pricing and margins
  • Raise quotes and proposals
  • Manage client contracts
  • Manage Tenders.

 Qualifications:

  • Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
  • Must be CPA (K) or ACCA finalist
  • Must have 3 – 4 years working experience in a similar role
  • Must be Proficient in using accounting systems, General Accounting skills and Computer skills especially excel
  • Must be a good team player with excellent communication skills
  • Must be organized, accurate and detail oriented
  • Must be highly reliable and Confidentiality
  • Results oriented and ability to deliver within very strict deadlines
  • Can work under minimal supervision.

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Salary: Monthly Gross Salary of Ksh. 150,000 – 220,000 /= (Approx 1129 USD. - 1656 USD.)depending on individual skills and experience.
Location: Nairobi Kenya
Career Level: Mid Level
Job Type: Full Time
Deadline for applications: 05/05/2023