Chief Accountant Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Chief Accountant Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Our client runs a group of growth stage companies and is looking to hire a highly skilled and experienced person for the role of Chief Accountant.

The role is based in Nairobi and reports directly to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities

Setting up, executing, monitoring and reporting on group-wide audit systems

Prepare monthly management accounts and other relevant reports

Prepare the year-end financial accounts.

Liaising with external auditors, guiding and ensuring the companies go through the entire audit process successfully.

Manage the company’s working capital and other financial operations

Ensuring efficient and effective financial control systems, reporting mechanisms and training of staff on processes.

Setting up and monitoring performance targets and other performance metrics in liaison with relevant unit managers

Ensure the overall smooth running of the organization’s internal financial administration processes.

Manage the accounts personnel recruitment and appraisal procedures

Ensure effective policies and procedures implementation within the organization.

Secures financial information by completing database backups

Maintains financial security by adhering to internal controls, and protecting the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.

Meeting financial standards by providing accounting department annual budget information; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances and implementing corrective actions

Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities

Be an advisor to the MD on sound business processes that ensure business growth and profitability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business Administration or a related field.

Must be a CPA (K) or ACCA

5 – 8 years’ experience in accounting, finance and administration from a reputable organization

Experience working with startups will be an advantage

Experience working with a group of companies and consolidation will be a plus.

Experience working with and/or reporting to the directors will be desirable

Demonstrate impeccable leadership skills.

Ability to galvanize and work with different business heads

Strong Analytical skills

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates who possess requisite skills should send their applications to info@leeandmyles.com clearly quoting “Chief Accountant” on the email subject line.

Applications closes on 20th September 2019.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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