Accountant at Privamnuts EPZ Kenya Ltd

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce, Finance or Accounting option
• CPA (K)
• Active membership of ICPAK
• 5 Years working experience in a relevant position
• 3 Years supervisory experience
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Hands-on experience with SAP business one
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Experience with general ledger functions

Responsibilities:

• Providing support to the Accounting Department
• Processing transactions, issuing checks, and updating ledgers, budgets, etc
• Preparing periodic error-free financial reports and submiting them to the chief accountant for approval
• Assisting with audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies
• Proficiency with computers and bookkeeping software, strong typing skills
• Ensuring the accuracy of financial documents, as well as their compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Preparing and maintaining important financial reports
• Evaluating financial operations to recommend best practices, identify issues and strategize solutions, and help organizations run efficiently
• Offering guidance on cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization
• Manage all accounting transactions
• Preparing budget forecasts
• Handling monthly, quarterly, and annual closings
• Reconciling accounts payable and receivables
• Ensuring timely bank payments
• Computing taxes and preparing tax returns
• Auditing financial transactions and documents
• Reinforcing financial data confidentiality and conducting database backups when necessary
• Complying with financial policies and regulations

Attributes and competencies:

• Exceptional time management and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Professional manner and a strong ethical code and integrity
• Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive
• Commitment to working efficiently and accurately
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills