Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant Vacancy -Nairobi

Emerge Egress Consulting is a HR Management & Training Consulting Firm established in 2017 based in Nairobi. In essence it focuses in Recruitment, Business & Marketing Strategy and Training Programs for various sectors. We partner with clients in various industries and sectors in order to meet their various needs.

Role Objective:
Our client is seeking an individual who will be responsible in providing support in the Finance department and this position reports to the Head of Finance.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling receivables in a very timely and professional manner

• Maintaining accurate and updated financial records ie ledgers, cashbooks and other financial documents.

• Reconciling bank statements and other accounts.

• Processing and verifying invoices and payments.

• Participating in audits.

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Track and analyze regular and monthly expenses against the budget.

• Support tax compliance activities, including preparing tax returns, other statutory payments.

• General accounting and ledger maintenance: Review financial transactions and ensure accuracy and completeness of ledger entries.

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly balance sheet and other financial reports.

• Resolve discrepancies arising from reconciliations accurately and promptly.

• Identify cost saving opportunities and recommend action to improve financial efficiency.

• Monitor cost trends and variances and provide detailed reports to management.

• Perform reconciliations for bank, mpesa and cash etc.

• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate project profitability, cash flow projections, and return on investment.

• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, relevant tax regulations.

• Performing accounting duties such as preparing invoices, cash flow preparation,

• Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.

• Maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

• Undertake banking duties as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

• CPA Intermediate Level

• Diploma in Finance/Audit

• At least 2 years' work experience in a busy work environment.

• Proficiency in an accounting software and ERP Systems and Microsoft office suite

• Excellent knowledge in accounting principles, financial reporting tools and quick books

• Ability to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance

• Experience in using accounting software and ERP

• Experience in both audit and finance is most preferred
Key Competencies

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organization, prioritization and communication skills

• Able to maintain high levels of confidentiality, integrity and attention to detai

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