Accountant

**Location:** Church Road, Westlands

**Department:** Finance & Administration

**Reports To:** Manager / Director

Key Responsibilities:

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including daily sales, expenses, and cash flow.

· Reconcile bank statements, supplier accounts, and petty cash.

· Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.

· Assist management in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control analysis.

· Record supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.

· Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.

· Process staff salaries and ensure compliance with statutory deductions (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, HELB).

· File statutory returns within required deadlines.

· Work with the kitchen and store team to monitor inventory usage and reduce wastage.

· Support cost control measures to improve profitability.

· Implement internal financial controls to prevent errors and fraud.

· Support internal and external audit processes.

· Prepare and submit VAT, income tax, and other statutory returns.

· Maintain organized financial documents for audit and compliance purposes.

· Use accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, Sage) to manage financial records.

· Ensure digital and manual filing systems are up to date.

Qualifications & Requirements:

· Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

· CPA Section II or above preferred.

· 2+ years’ experience in accounting, preferably in the hospitality or restaurant industry.

· Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Tally, or Sage).

· Strong analytical, organizational, and reporting skills.

· High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

· Accuracy and reliability

· Time management and organization

· Communication and teamwork

· Confidentiality and professionalism

· Ability to work under minimal supervision