Accountant

Our client is looking for a well organised, well conversant accountant to join their team. The Accountant is to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor
• Experience Level: Mid level
• Experience Length: 3 years

Job Description

LOCATION: MOMBASA

Duties and Responsibilities;
• Tracking payments to internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing budget forecasts
• Processing tax payments and returns
• Manage all accounting transactions
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Publish financial statements in time
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely bank payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Report on the company's financial health and liquidity
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Comply with financial policies and regulations

Qualification;
• Work experience as an Accountant
• Able to advise on matters of tax and compile tax returns
• Able to make decisions on matters related to financial projections and spending.
• Understands Government statutory obligations.
• Transparent and open minded and able to compile financial statements and balance sheets
• 3 to 5 years experience in the same field
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree
• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus