Accountant at Bridge Talent Management Kenya
Job Overview
Accountant
Bridge Talent Management
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
About the job
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions.
Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The ideal candidate has also experience collaborating or managing a team of Accountants and Junior Accountant.
Duties and Responsibilities
Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.
Analyze financial information and summarize financial status.
Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.
Provide technical support and advice on Management Accountant.
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures. 7. Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers.
Participate in financial standards setting and in the forecast process.
Provide input into the departments goal setting process.
Prepare financial statements and produce a budget according to schedule.
Assist with tax audits and tax returns.
Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
Plan, assign and review staff’s work.
Support month-end and year-end close processes.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Liaise with our Financial Manager and Accounting Manager to improve financial procedures
Requirements
Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Accounting Supervisor, chief or senior accountant.
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
Familiarity with financial accounting statements.
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like FreshBooks and QuickBooks.
Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.
BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant.
Relevant certification e.g., CMA or CPA will be preferred.
