Description:Saint-Gobain, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building and high-performance materials, providing innovative solutions to the challenges of growth, energy efficiency and environmental protection. Whether people are at home, at work or on…Saint-Gobain, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building and high-performance materials, providing innovative solutions to the challenges of growth, energy efficiency and environmental protection. Whether people are at home, at work or on the move, Saint-Gobain materials contribute to individual wellbeing and to our collective future. Our mission? To create great living places and improve daily lifeView moreView less
Post daily accounting entries including journals, accruals, and adjustments under supervision by the Senior Accountant.
Ensure proper documentation and filing of all accounting records
Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate three‑way matching before posting into the ERP system.
Assist in performing payment runs under supervision by the Senior Accountant
Reconcile supplier and customer accounts and assist in resolving discrepancies
Perform bank reconciliations as assigned by the Senior Accountant
Record cash, bank, and petty cash transactions
Assist in preparing monthly reporting packs and cash flow forecast/ information
Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities and reporting
Assist in preparing audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Support filing of tax returns and compliance (e.g. PAYE, VAT, SHA/SHIF, NSSF and any other relevant levies)
Assist in preparation of cost reports to facilitate accurate product costing
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards
Support external and internal audit processes
Maintain well‑organised physical and electronic financial records
Support budgeting, forecasting, and stock count processes
Perform other finance‑related tasks as assigned by the Senior Accountant
Support the integration agenda being implemented by the company
Minimum requirements:
Degree in Financial/Management Accounting or B.com Accounting/ Costing degree or equivalent qualification
0-2 years’ relevant experience as an Accountant
Partially/fully qualified in CPA/ACCA
Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and Excel.
Basic knowledge or exposure to SAP Business One (SAP B1) or any other ERP system is a strong advantage.
Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and a proactive attitude.
High degree of accuracy & strong numeric skills
Ability to prioritize workload, resources and manage time
Strong adherence and awareness of internal controls
Results oriented with the ability to meet deadlines
Ability to identify and resolve problems and put forward recommendations
Good communication skills
Good team working skills
Customer focused
Drive and initiative
1034 open positions on Semasocial right now · 8890 open positions in Nairobi County, Kenya · 6 posted in the last 7 days
CV Job Description MatcherSee how well your CV matches this job and get tips to improve your chances AI Tool
This tool helps you see how closely your CV matches a job description. It also gives you simple suggestions on what to improve so you have a better chance of getting shortlisted.
Beware of Fraudsters! Never pay anyone for job applications, interview tests, or job interviews. A genuine employer will never ask you for payment under any circumstances.
Disclaimer & TOS: We do not guarantee the authenticity of every single job posting and are not responsible for any fraudulent activity or misrepresentation by third parties. We are not involved in any stage of the interview or recruitment process and do not charge any fees from job seekers. For further details, please read the rest of the Terms of Service.
