Senior Accountant

We are seeking a highly competent and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic financial decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, accuracy, and leadership capability. Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and financial reporting processes Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring full compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal reporting requirements Ensure full compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory obligations, including timely preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, and other statutory filings Manage and perform bank reconciliations, supplier and customer reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations, ensuring all discrepancies are identified, investigated, and resolved promptly Maintain accurate and complete financial records, ledgers, and supporting documentation, ensuring proper audit trails and adherence to internal controls Support and lead the budgeting and forecasting process, including preparation of budgets, monitoring performance against budgets, and conducting variance analysis Provide financial analysis and insights to management to support decision-making, including cost analysis, revenue trends, and profitability assessments Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring optimal utilization of funds and maintaining adequate liquidity for operational needs Develop, implement, and continuously improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance Supervise, guide, and review the work of junior accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company policies and procedures Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules, responding to audit queries, and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities on financial and compliance matters Ensure proper asset management and tracking, including maintaining fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and periodic asset verification Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments while maintaining strong cash management practices Identify financial risks and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity Support payroll validation processes by reviewing payroll reports, statutory deductions, and ensuring alignment with financial records Prepare and present management reports and financial summaries to senior leadership, highlighting key financial performance indicators and areas of concern Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records for compliance, audit readiness, and ease of retrieval Perform any other finance and accounting-related duties as may be assigned from time to time in line with the role Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA (K) or equivalent professional qualification Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and financial regulations Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel High level of integrity, accuracy, and accountability Benefits A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. A dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.