Senior Accountant – Management/Financial Reporting at M-KOPA Solar

Job Description

M-KOPA’s mission is to make high quality energy affordable to everyone. OUR GROWTH SO FAR… M-KOPA has connected more than , homes in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to solar power with over new homes being added every day.

About the role;

You will support the finance team in financial/management reporting. You will support the finance manager with the recording of transactions, reconciliations in financial accounting, treasury, and tax compliance, providing financial analysis, forecasts, and results, and ensuring adherence to budgets.

It is a #LI-Hybrid job in Nairobi and You’ll report to the Senior Finance & Group Tax Manager.

Responsibilities:

Financial/ Management reporting. Ensure all transactions are posted. Help with the preparation of the month-end reporting pack. Prepare monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts. Help manage the daily finances. Ensure financial controls are followed. Help prepare payments to suppliers and other team members Ensure compliance with all tax regulations e.g. returns submitted and taxes paid. Help prepare the annual budget and with the compliance of those budgets. Work with the business to ensure they receive the financial analysis required to run their departments. Provide accurate, and detailed information to assist with internal and external audits. Review all costs, challenge apparent overspending and suggest areas for cost reduction. Help with ad hoc financial requests.

Requirements

Qualifications and skills:

You have a BSc/BA or relevant certification e.g., Chartered Financial Analyst Certified Public Accountant You are proficient in excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and have experience using accounting software. You meet a high-quality standard when working. You have 3+ years of experience in financial reporting including an understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and accounting principles e.g., accruals.

Employee Benefits:

Great compensation package and Bonus. Private health insurance (inpatient outpatient, maternity, eye care, and dental). Life insurance. Hybrid work model