Accountant at Morsan HR Consulting

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts
• Prepare and process journal entries, invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Reconcile bank statements, supplier accounts, and customer accounts regularly.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the Chief Accountant in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for audits.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan tax laws and assist in preparing tax returns like PAYE, VAT, and withholding taxes.
• Assist in maintaining internal controls and adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Support the timely submission of statutory reports and filings.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring of expenses.
• Monitor and report on variances between actual and budgeted costs.
• Maintain fixed assets registers and depreciation schedules.
• Support payroll processing and related accounting entries.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial data

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting from a recognized institution.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in accounting of finance roles.
• Experience with accounting software such as SAP, SAGE, QuickBooks, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office