Assistant Financial Accountant

Company Details
Industry: Banking
Description: Sanlam Investments East Africa (SIEA) is a leading fund manager in the region and has a strong record of accomplishment in service delivery and performance,with over KShs 230 billion (approximately US$ 2.3 billion) in assets under management. SIEA is part of the Sanlam Group, through its subsidiary … Sanlam Investments East Africa (SIEA) is a leading fund manager in the region and has a strong record of accomplishment in service delivery and performance,with over KShs 230 billion (approximately US$ 2.3 billion) in assets under management. SIEA is part of the Sanlam Group, through its subsidiary Sanlam Emerging Markets. The Sanlam Group is a leading financial services group with operations in more than 30 African countries and a primary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Accounting, Finance
Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting, the successful candidate will have the following key responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and reconciliations for assigned funds.
  • Review fund income and expenses to ensure accurate allocation and distribution to investors.
  • Accurate calculation and payment of agents’ commission.
  • Accurate calculation, filing and payment of withholding tax by required timeframe.
  • Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements in line with IFRS.
  • Assisting with regulatory reporting, including completion of monthly and quarterly CMA returns.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory guidelines and internal policies.
  • Adhere to Company policies including internal and external polices, risk, compliance and regulatory standards.
  • Any other responsibilities as documented in your performance objectives and as may be assigned and communicated from time to time.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in finance or accounting role
  • Experience in fund accounting is a strong advantage
  • Strong understanding of IFRS, tax & CMA regulations
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and experience working with any ERP system.
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