Senior Accountant

3 days ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Stratostaff East Africa Full time 40,000 - 80,000 per year

1. Purpose of the Role

The Senior Accountant will provide immediate, hands-on financial management support to stabilize the finance department. This is a temporary consultancy role designed to ensure continuity, compliance, and operational efficiency within the accounting function during a critical period.


2. Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Process and load payments for suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Oversee accounts reconciliations, collections, and receivables management.
  • Address existing financial and data entry backlogs and update accounting records.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation.
  • Ensure statutory and tax compliance (PAYE, VAT, Withholding, NHIF, NSSF, etc.).
  • Prepare and maintain financial reports, ledgers, and supporting schedules.
  • Support management in implementing financial controls and best practices.
  • Uphold confidentiality and integrity in managing large volumes of client funds.

3. Qualifications and Experience

  • CPA (K) qualification (Certified Public Accountant – Kenya).
  • Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in a reputable audit or accounting firm.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS, tax laws, and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
  • Proven ability to handle high-value financial transactions with honesty and precision.

4. Key Competencies

  • High levels of integrity and ethical standards.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

5. Nature and Duration of Engagement

  • Consultancy-based, temporary role – not expected to be extremely intense but time-sensitive.
  • Immediate start required.
  • Contract duration: [Specify period - 3–6 months], renewable based on performance and organizational needs.

6. Performance Indicators

  • Timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Backlog cleared within agreed timelines.
  • Full compliance with tax and statutory requirements.
  • Positive audit outcomes.
  • Smooth payment processing and reconciliations.

7. Personal Attributes

  • Professionalism and discretion.
  • Commitment to ethical financial practices.
  • Dependability and initiative.
  • Adaptability in a dynamic consultancy environment.


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