Senior Accountant / Financial Controller at Flare Emergency Response

Job Description

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Flare was born from the recognized need of private and public providers to better serve their consituencies. In areas underserved by public emergency infastructure, Flare tools help you provide the best care most efficiently.

Here is what you will do:

Help oversee the day-to-day accounting of the business and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and in compliance with accounting standards Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, including tax and statutory payment requirements in Kenya as well as potential new markets Ensure books are reconciled and closed out in a timely manner each month Support in preparation of monthly management reports Help manage projects to automate accounting workflows to enable close to real-time reporting and analysis Lead annual audit preparation and communication with auditors Regularly review and update key financial policies and procedures as needed and ensure company-wide compliance

Requirements

BS/MS degree in business administration, finance, or accounting, or equivalent experience in the workforce Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Kenya or abroad Minimum 8 years of work experience in finance-related functions with management oversight over bookkeeping, accounting, and/or financial reporting Detailed understanding of Kenyan tax and statutory payment requirements (knowledge and experience working in additional African markets a plus) Expert working with Quickbooks Online and Microsoft Excel Highly motivated, adaptable, self-starter who is committed to continuous improvement Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Strong attention to detail and zero tolerance for a lapse in financial controls Team player with a desire to help grow junior team members While not required, please highlight your experience working in other African markets

Benefits

Mission-driven team & work; chance to work on live and action-packed lifesaving platform Fun work environment in our Nairobi office Unlimited vacation days Healthcare coverage for you and your family Ambulance cover and Roadside Assistance by rescue.co Life insurance Free daily lunch in the office Laptop