Financial Accountant

Role Overview

The Financial Accountant maintains reliable financial records and supports the Finance Manager with reporting, close activities and compliance. By investigating account differences, strengthening controls and improving accounting processes, this role helps ensure that financial information is dependable for both operational oversight and business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Record transactions in the general ledger and prepare routine and adjustment journals.
• Reconcile balance sheet, income statement, salary control and tax ledger accounts, following up on and resolving variances.
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual close, including fixed asset records and depreciation accounting.
• Assist with financial statements and produce reports for internal and external users.
• Review actual results against budgets or forecasts, investigate significant variances and share relevant findings with management.
• Apply IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements in accounting and reporting work.
• Maintain and review internal controls, identify weaknesses and recommend practical improvements.
• Provide records and explanations for audits, work with HR, payroll and audit colleagues on accounting issues, and help team members use finance systems and procedures.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or a related discipline.
• CPA (K), ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Demonstrated accounting or financial management experience in a busy working environment; a specific number of years is not stated.
• Practical experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management and accounting platforms.
• Working knowledge of regulatory compliance and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities, with sound attention to detail.
• Clear written, verbal and presentation skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks, manage time effectively, provide useful financial insight and maintain professional conduct while continuing to develop.