GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: FASHION

SALARY: KSHS.80,000

JOB LOCATION: NAIROBI

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Accounting & Reporting

·       Prepare, maintain, and update accurate financial records in accordance with accounting standards.

·       Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

·       Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, supplier statements, and customer accounts.

·       Ensure proper documentation and filing of all accounting records.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

·       Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments.

·       Review and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper approvals.

·       Monitor customer balances, follow up on outstanding receivables, and manage credit control.

·       Prepare aging reports for both payables and receivables.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

·       Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

·       Prepare and file monthly and annual tax returns including VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, and Corporation Tax via iTax.

·       Ensure accurate tax computations and timely payments to avoid penalties.

·       Maintain proper tax records and support audits and statutory inspections.

ETIMS & Invoicing

·       Ensure compliance with KRA ETIMS requirements.

·       Manage invoicing processes, ensuring accurate issuance of tax invoices.

·       Reconcile ETIMS sales data with accounting records and resolve discrepancies.

·       Maintain proper records for audits and compliance purposes.

Systems & Process Improvement

·       Utilize accounting software efficiently to record and analyze financial data.

·       Maintain accurate data in accounting systems and ensure system controls are adhered to.

·       Develop and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

·       Provide support during internal and external audits.

Budgeting & Controls

·       Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.

·       Track expenses against budgets and highlight variances.

·       Support management with financial analysis and cost control initiatives.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·       CPA Part IV qualification (mandatory).

·       Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Accountant, preferably in the FMCG retail industry.

·       Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

·       Proven experience in preparing financial statements and maintaining accurate accounting records.

·       Demonstrated experience in tax compliance, iTax, invoicing, and ETIMS.

HOW TO APPLY

·       If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV

·       Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

·       Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.