Corporate Accountant
- Recruiter
- Brighter Monday
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Salary
- 60,000 - 75,000
- Posted
- 25 Sep 2020
- Closes
- 09 Nov 2020
- Ref
- 237882481
- Job role
- Accountant
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
- Experience level
- Qualified accountant
We are looking for a Corporate Accountant to prepare financial statements and oversee our budgeting and forecasting.
Job Description
We are looking for a Corporate Accountant to prepare financial statements and oversee our budgeting and forecasting. We'll rely on you to provide advice to support our company's decision-making.
You should be reliable and good at math, and be able to communicate effectively with senior management and various departments. We also want you to be detail-oriented, and possess sharp business acumen.
Responsibilities
• Gather financial data and ledgers
• Consolidate and analyze financial statements and results
• Prepare budgets and monitor expenditures
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Manage periodical reporting
• Oversee external and internal audits
• Analyze finances to determine risks and create forecasts
• Advise management on how to craft effective business plans and resolve cost-related issues
• Supervise Junior Accountants
Requirements
• Proven experience as a Corporate Accountant
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and practices
• In-depth experience in risk analysis, budgeting and forecasting
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and finance software
• An analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Keen eye for detail
• V-look ups and If analysis practical work experience
• Organizational and leadership skills
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPA) is a plus
Apply only if you meet the above qualifications
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelor
- Experience Level: Mid level
- Experience Length: 3 years
Job Description
We are looking for a Corporate Accountant to prepare financial statements and oversee our budgeting and forecasting. We'll rely on you to provide advice to support our company's decision-making.
You should be reliable and good at math, and be able to communicate effectively with senior management and various departments. We also want you to be detail-oriented, and possess sharp business acumen.
Responsibilities
• Gather financial data and ledgers
• Consolidate and analyze financial statements and results
• Prepare budgets and monitor expenditures
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Manage periodical reporting
• Oversee external and internal audits
• Analyze finances to determine risks and create forecasts
• Advise management on how to craft effective business plans and resolve cost-related issues
• Supervise Junior Accountants
Requirements
• Proven experience as a Corporate Accountant
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and practices
• In-depth experience in risk analysis, budgeting and forecasting
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and finance software
• An analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Keen eye for detail
• V-look ups and If analysis practical work experience
• Organizational and leadership skills
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPA) is a plus
Apply only if you meet the above qualifications