G4S Chief Accountant Jobs in Kenya

G4S Chief Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND

Experience: 5 years

Location: Nairobi

Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Responsibilities

Financial Accounting and Reporting

Maintain the general ledger in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) for all transactions

Prepare balance sheet and profit and loss reconciliations covering the entire general ledger

Produce accounting reports and financial statements within the deadlines set by the Group and the various legal bodies

Plan and prepare annual audit of financial statements and management reports within specified timelines

Ensure optimal and smooth operation of the company’s accounting systems by continuously reviewing their operation and/or recommending additional functionalities, where appropriate

Financial Controls and Risk Management

Continuously check and ensure that the Group's accounting policies, procedures and principles are correctly applied in close cooperation with the controlling department

Ensure adherence to all company internal controls, financial policies and procedures

Oversee the maintenance of a proper and functional data registry and filing system

Oversee the maintenance of fixed assets and other company registers

Tax Compliance

Supervise and check the release of end-of-year statutory financial statements, tax and legal statements

Ensure reliability of accounting and tax information by implementing appropriate procedures, checks and performance indicators

Ensure familiarity with accounting and tax regulations

Oversee the preparation of company’s tax returns and other periodic statutory deductions

People Management

Establish and monitor key staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals

Develop key staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set

objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results

Promote a high performance and continuous improvement culture that values learning and a commitment to quality

Undertake any other duties as appropriate or as assigned from time to time

Ensure that the level of technical ability in the team is high

Propose and implement all initiatives that aim to improve productivity in the process of providing accounting information at both the financial information system level and the information flow level

Ideal Candidate:

Knowledge and Qualifications

Degree in Finance and Accounting from a recognized University

Registered Member of ICPAK (CPA (K)) or internationally recognized professional accountancy body

Experience

Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in financial & management accounting

Relevant experience in audit in a large / international audit firm will be an added advantage

An understanding Kenya Companies Act, 2015; International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and the International Accounting Standards (IASs)

Working experience with ERP systems will be an added advantage

Deadline: 13th October 2022

How to Apply

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