GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE: GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: MANUFACTURING

SALARY: KSHS.50,000

JOB LOCATION: MLOLONGO

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting Functions

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts in accordance with International
• Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, receivables,
• payables, and intercompany balances.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements and liaise with external auditors during audits.
• Provide financial data and reports to management for strategic decision-making.

Tax and Statutory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Kenyan tax laws, including VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, and withholding tax.
• Prepare and file accurate and timely statutory returns to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and other regulatory bodies.
• Support tax planning and advise management on any regulatory or tax changes affecting operations.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Track and reconcile raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
• inventory in collaboration with warehouse and production teams.
• Monitor production costs and perform cost variance analysis to support pricing and budgeting decisions.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements and adjustments in the accounting system.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and prepare variance analysis reports for management review.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal control procedures and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
• Implement best practices for accounting processes and financial documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audit and compliance purposes.

Support & Coordination

• Coordinate with procurement, operations, HR, and logistics departments to ensure financial alignment across departments.
• Support payroll processing by reviewing accounting entries and statutory deductions where required.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior finance staff if assigned.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) qualification is desirable
• Minimum of 4–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing or industrial sector
• Strong understanding of Kenyan tax laws, IFRS, and financial reporting requirements.
• Hands-on experience in inventory accounting, costing, and working with ERP or accounting systems
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or similar)
• High attention to detail, integrity, and a strong analytical mindset
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills