Senior Accountant and Dept Recovery Manager at Home Universal

Reports To: Group Finance Manager / Chief Finance Officer

Job Purpose

To ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and oversight of collections and debt recovery across all subsidiaries under Homes Universal Ltd. The role combines strategic accounting responsibilities with proactive debt management to maintain liquidity and financial discipline within the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting and Financial Reporting
• Supervise preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, asset registers, and journal postings
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax laws, and statutory reporting requirements
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for management review
• Review financial operations of all group subsidiaries and provide monthly consolidated reports
• Departmental Oversight and Coordination
• Lead accounting teams within Homes Universal Ltd and provide technical guidance and performance support
• Ensure inter-company reconciliations and group-level reporting are accurate and on time
• Monitor petty cash controls and expense management systems in each department
• Debt Collection and Recovery Management
• Monitor receivables across departments including Villa Care, Homefix, Security 24, Homes Kenya Ltd, and Sigimo Enterprises
• Develop and execute effective debt recovery strategies and action plans
• Maintain a live debtor ageing report and proactively follow up on overdue accounts
• Coordinate demand letters, collection calls, and negotiations with delinquent clients
• Escalate legal collections in collaboration with internal or external legal counsel when necessary
• Audit and Internal Controls
• Prepare for both internal and external audits and ensure smooth and timely completion
• Identify gaps in financial controls and propose improvements to internal policies and procedures
• Ensure that all departments comply with Homes Universal financial SOPs
• Minimum Education Requirements
• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
• Certified Public Accountant CPA-K or ACCA finalist or equivalent
• A postgraduate diploma or master degree in Finance or Business Administration is an added advantage

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance
• At least 3 years in a senior accounting or recovery management role
• Experience in a group or multi-subsidiary environment is highly desirable
• Proven experience with collections and recovery of large and complex accounts

Professional Expertise

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards
• Expertise in cash flow forecasting, credit control, and debt management
• Familiarity with ERP or accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAP
• Strong understanding of Kenyan financial, tax, and debt recovery laws

Key Skills

• Leadership and team supervision
• Financial analysis and forecasting
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• High integrity and confidentiality
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Multitasking and time management

Training and Certifications Preferred

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling training
• Debt collection and credit management courses
• Training in business and financial strategy
• ERP or accounting systems training and certification
• Corporate governance and compliance workshops

Overall Capabilities

• Ability to lead and support diverse teams across multiple business units
• Strong analytical mind with a solution-oriented approach
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strategic thinking with a focus on organizational financial health
• Capable of fostering cross-functional collaboration across departments
• Upholds the values and financial discipline of Homes Universal Ltd