Factory Accountant at Kipchimchim Group of Companies

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in budgeting, planning, and cost reviews to drive gross margin improvement and minimize cost of production.
• Oversee the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, including supplier reconciliations, eTIMS compliance, and timely payments to farmers and vendors.
• Manage end-to-end tax compliance (PAYE, CIT, WHT, VAT) and coordinate with tax consultants and revenue authorities.
• Lead treasury functions, including liquidity management, accurate cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, and loan management.
• Partner with Factory Managers to implement best manufacturing practices that enhance operational cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with the Stocks Accountant on stock-taking exercises, variance reconciliation, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage fixed assets and ensure accuracy and integrity of all journal postings from operations.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure timely production of signed and audited financial reports.
• Oversee and develop direct reports while maintaining robust financial controls and information security systems.
• Handle credit management, debtor follow-ups, and management of the company imprest system.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing factory environment.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA-K or ACCA) is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and IAS.
• ICPAK Certification is an added advantage.