Accountant-Nairobi at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective

• Our client, is seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain proper accounting records, manage cash and banking activities, and ensure compliance with statutory and internal financial requirements.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and disbursement of authorized petty cash requests. Replenishment of petty cash.
• Process accounting documents such as invoices, staff interests, and investment disbursements.
• Initiate authorization and payment of accounting documents
• Controlling and containing costs, vouching & Verification of all accounting documents as to completeness, authority and arithmetic accuracy;
• Prepare and submit statutory deductions to the specific authorities.
• Assist in Review, coding, and filing of financial records.
• Cash withdrawals, the collection of cheque books and bank statements and any other duties
• Carry out the formulation, preparation, and monitoring of the firm’s budgets performance reports and cash flows.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, policies, strategies, procedures, and standards for the firm.
• Prepare cash books and monthly bank reconciliation statements
• Prepare financial reports to management
• Carry out any other relevant duty as assigned by immediate supervisor

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Minimum CPA Section IV or equivalent
• Degree/Diploma in Commerce/Accounting/Business administration
• Previous relevant work experience required.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• IT proficiency & Account Software skills
• Knowledge of budget preparation and control process.
• Analytical skills.
• Knowledge of principles and standard practices of accounting.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and control process.

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong understanding of accounting procedures, financial controls, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.