Accountant (Retail)

Full Time
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Accountant (Retail)

Summit Recruitment & Search Africa

Accountant (Retail). Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SME’s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation.

Job Description

Our client, a leading organization managing renowned franchise brands in Kenya, is seeking to recruit an Accountant.

The successful candidate will be required to support accounting functions such as Accounts payable and receivables, submitting tax transactions and invoicing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in Preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly and annual Bank statements and reconciliation for reporting.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts and bank statements.
• Prepare and file tax returns and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist in the development of information for budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis as required.
• Manage daily transactions, including invoices and payments and reconciliation of daily store transactions, including effective and efficient bank alignment to sales reported on a daily basis.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of every transaction.
• Ensure needful management of Petty Cash, and reconciliation and proper invoicing by all departments prior to posting.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
• Proficient in using financial software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles, including accruals and revenue recognition.

Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Recruitment and Executive Search agency headquartered in Kenya providing outstanding talent to a wide range of companies and NGOs in various business sectors across Africa.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately, high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

Summit Recruitment and search Africa upholds a steadfast commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and equality as integral pillars of our operations. Dedicated to driving positive change through the adoption of sustainable practices that minimize our ecological footprint. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that embraces individuals from all races, genders, and backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunities for every candidate. Summit recruitment actively advocate for equality by cultivating an environment of respect, fairness, and non-discrimination. By prioritizing sustainability, inclusivity, and equality, we aim to set a high industry standard and contribute to the betterment of society as a whole.

*** Please note that all job opportunities are exclusively available on our website at www.summitrecruitment-search.com/jobs. We do not have any partnerships or collaborations with other job boards. We kindly request all applicants to apply directly through our website for any positions they are interested in. Summit Recruitment & Search, as a policy, does not charge any fee as a pre-employment or post-employment requirement***

Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: KES. 100,000 – 150,000 (Approx. 1000USD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Level: Mid – Level
Job Type: Full Time
Deadline for applications: 25/12/2024

Salary: KES. 100,000 –KES. 150,000
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
Summit Recruitment and Search

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