Accountant at Bridge Talent Management

Job Overview

Our client in the communication industry is looking for a detail oriented Accountant. The main goal of the role is to ensure the maintenance of accurate records as well as reconciliation of financial accounts, formulate financial and accounting procedures and policies, prepare and submit final accounts as well as advise management on the company's financial health status.

Key Responsibilities.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with InternationalFinancial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, including VAT, PAYE, and corporate tax, in compliance with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) regulations.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Develop and enforce internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.
• Reconcile revenue collected from various payment platforms (M-PESA, bank, etc.) with system data
• Follow up on accounts receivables and manage customer account balances.
• Track and record company expenditures including petty cash, utilities, and operational costs.Monitor cash flow and ensure liquidity for smooth day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, VAT, and other relevant taxes).
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies when needed.
• Support the development of financial controls and procedures to minimize risks.
• Assist in streamlining accounting processes to support scalability as the business grows.
• Support inventory audits and manage stock records related to installations and logistics.
• Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to align financial records with customer subscriptions and service delivery.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and performance gaps, providing actionable insights to management.
• Develop simple dashboards or reports to visualize key metrics such as revenue growth, cost efficiency, and customer billing behavior.

Requirements

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA Part II or above (CPA finalist preferred)..
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and hands-on experience with bookkeeping tools ( QuickBooks, Sage).
• Strong Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Solid understanding of Kenyan tax laws and statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, etc.).
• High integrity, analytical mindset, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan tax regulations, financial reporting standards, payroll systems, statutory filings, and stock management.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work independently.​