Management Accountant

Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Salary
90,001 - 105,000
Posted
15 Feb 2019
Closes
15 Feb 2019
The position's responsibilities include management of accounts receivables, customer inquiries & disputes and responsible for identifying opportunities to improve DSO and collections performance and troubleshoot other process issues that may arise.
  • Minimum Qualification: Bachelor
  • Experience Level: Mid level
  • Experience Length: 4 years


Job Description

Division / Department: Finance

Immediate Supervisor: Head of Finance & Administration

Overall Responsibility: The position's responsibilities include management of accounts receivables, customer inquiries & disputes and responsible for identifying opportunities to improve DSO and collections performance and troubleshoot other process issues that may arise.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in identifying and investigating possible risk areas and reporting to management

Financial
  • Preparations of timely and accurate monthly/quarterly management reports
  • Prepare a monthly budget- cost variance analysis and communicate early-warning of cost overruns Lead.
  • Maintain the company's asset register Financial and Statutory Reporting.
  • Preparation of daily cash flow and cash forecast report.
  • Management of accounts payable.
  • Responsible for all statutory compliance reporting KRA & IRA.
  • Perform Ad-Hoc Reporting and Analysis using the available business intelligence tools.
  • Supporting Senior Management Team and Departments heads with in-depth analysis

Customer
  • Gaining business knowledge from the clients and sharing with the team, resulting in improved client satisfaction.
  • Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.

Process
  • Assist management in the implementation of financial reporting process improvements.
  • Provide sound analytical support for key financial reporting decision making.
  • Engage and lead ad hoc projects as needed.
  • Lead efforts that pertain to planning, forecasting and revenue generating with cross-functional support teams.

Requirements
  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting Option) or any other relevant Degree. (A degree in Risk Management will be an added advantage)
  • CPA (K), ACCA, CIA or any other recognized professional accounting qualification
  • MBA will be an added advantage
  • Minimum 4 years' relevant working experience in management accounting.

Competencies & Skills
  • Communication - Job requires excellent communication skills at all levels and excellent customer service & telephone manner.
  • Attention To Detail - Job requires high standard of numeracy, accuracy with attention to detail
  • Team Player - A team player with a flexible approach and a willingness to learn
  • Interpersonal Skills - Must be sociable and engaging. Be able to quickly develop a rapport with customers.
  • Decision Making Skills - Capability to make decisions in an ambiguous / fast-paced environment, communicate rationale and make adjustments mid-course is essential.
  • Must be well groomed and possess excellent office etiquette.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in the position and have the required qualifications, skills and experience, kindly apply online on or before Sunday, February 24th 2019.

"We are an equal opportunity employer"