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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Kenyan accounting regulations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate

financial reporting.

• Assist in preparing management reports for decision-making, including expense analysis, revenue summaries, and cost variance reports.
• Reconcile all bank accounts and ensure proper documentation of transactions.
• Monitor company expenditures, ensuring they align with approved budgets and financial controls.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Manage supplier accounts, ensuring timely payment processing and reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Oversee invoicing, credit control, and debt collection to maintain optimal cash flow.
• Ensure accurate posting of all transactions into the accounting system.
• Track and verify petty cash usage, ensuring proper authorization and documentation.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Maintain accurate records of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Conduct periodic inventory reconciliations in collaboration with the warehouse and production teams.
• Support product costing analysis and contribute to pricing strategies based on cost structures.
• Identify and investigate variances between physical stock and system records.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure full compliance with tax and statutory obligations, including VAT, PAYE, NSHIF, NSSF, and corporate tax.
• Support both internal and external audits by providing necessary schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Implement and maintain sound internal control systems to safeguard company assets and data integrity.

Payroll & Staff Expense Management

• Prepare monthly payroll and ensure accurate computation of deductions and benefits.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records in coordination with the HR department.
• Manage employee reimbursements and advances in line with company policies.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Work closely with the procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure financial accuracy across all operational functions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in financial planning, forecasting, and budget formulation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (K) qualification or equivalent professional certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (experience with zoho is a plus) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax laws, financial regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong ethical standards and a high level of integrity.

How to Apply

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