Chief Accountant
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Company Details
Industry:
Consulting
Description:
Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Af…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Accounting, Audit, Finance
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Own the general ledger and ensure accurate month-end and year-end close within 10 days.
- Prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements, management reports and financial analysis for senior management.
- Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking and reconciliations across dairy, agrovet, retail and events.
- Drive product costing, stock valuation and margin analysis across raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods.
- Manage cash flow, receivables and working capital, ensuring receivables remain below 60 days.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis to support business growth and decision-making.
- Design, maintain and strengthen internal controls across finance, stock, procurement, payroll and banking.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure audit issues are resolved within agreed timelines.
- Ensure full statutory and tax compliance, including VAT, PAYE, WHT, corporate tax, NSSF, SHA, eTIMS and KRA requirements.
- Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- Strong cost accounting, product costing and stock valuation experience.
- Strong IFRS knowledge.
- Proven experience in internal controls, audit preparation and statutory compliance.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.
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