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Accountant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 
Responsibilities
- Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying and recording of accounting data in the system.
- Ensure compliance with Kenyan tax laws (KRA), prepare and file all statutory and tax returns (monthly, quarterly and annually) – Income tax, VAT, withholding tax, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF and other relevant statutory requirements to the authorities are made on time as provided by applicable laws.
- Perform finance end-month closure process and ensure overall general ledger hygiene by reconciling all balance sheet and PL accounts and following up reconciling items on a timely manner.
- Review documents and transactions to ascertain compliance, accuracy and reasonableness of the transactions.
- Ensure timely processing of payments and preparation of the weekly payments report.
- Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements and all the other required reports.
- Ensure all financial transactions are properly and timely updated and recorded.
- Assist with the annual audit process including the draft of the financial statements and related notes
- Maintain proper filing of documents and maintain proper records of all accounting transactions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics or equivalent experience
- 3+ years' of professional accounting experience in a similar role
- CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent certification.
- Proficiency in Accounting software.
- Strong understanding of Kenyan tax regulations and statutory requirements (SHA, NSSF, PAYE).
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and CV to hr@kenyans.co.ke by February 21, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
