Nairobi Hospital General Ledger, Asset & Cost Accountant Jobs in Kenya
Roles and Responsibilities
Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations, schedules, journals, and variance analysis in line with established financial reporting standards and guidelines.
Prepare monthly financial statements and comprehensive audit‑standard schedules and working paper files to support accurate financial reporting, audit readiness, and compliance with accounting standards.
Receive, tag, and record hospital fixed assets in the general ledger and the asset card for ease of asset tracking.
Receive and verify hospital gases and fuel in liaison with the maintenance department.
Prepare fixed assets schedules and reconcile balances for use in preparation of financial statements.
Provide information on the value of fixed assets to be disposed and update/reconcile the fixed asset register upon disposal.
Depreciate the hospital’s fixed assets on a monthly basis in line with financial reporting standards.
Confirm the physical location and existence of the hospital’s fixed assets to ensure fixed assets tally with existing records.
Ensure outsourced staff undertake stock taking in the hospital’s pharmacies and prepare variance reports on a monthly basis.
Carry out random counts and verify expiries in the pharmacies, stores, and other user departments and prepare related reports.
Review the acceptable inventory levels in the departments based on optimal consumption reorder levels in order to prevent overstocking.
Respond to internal and external audit queries in line with requirements.
Any other responsibilities assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or other business‑related
fields from a recognized institution.
Must be a qualified accountant with relevant professional qualifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA‑K) or ACCA.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Accounting with 3 years at supervisory level.
Core Competencies
Excellent understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Excellent grasp of Financial and Management Accounting, Taxation, and relevant legislation.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Preparation of Financial Statements.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and regulations related to the healthcare sector.
Sound knowledge of macroeconomic and microeconomic environment.
Working knowledge of financial information management systems.
Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior‑level leaders regarding key business priorities, issues, and initiatives.
Communication skills including presentation and facilitation skills.
Analytical skills.
Integrity.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Accountability.
How to Apply
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