CHIEF ACCOUNTANT

Our client, a transport company in Mombasa is hiring a chief accountant.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining the company’s Fixed Asset Register by identifying, recording, accounting, reporting and timely capitalization of all assets.
• Participate in the preparation of reports regarding internal and external audits.
• Validation and verification of payments for accuracy and accountability
• Filing statutory returns including Withholding VAT, VAT and PAYE, NSSF and NHIF.
• Ensure that the accounting system is up-to-date with all transactions.
• Ensure the bank reconciliations are finalized by set deadlines, signed and approved in a timely manner
• Check the dispatch schedule for trucks with invoices generated to ensure procedural compliance

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K), with at least CPA Part III (Section 6 completed). Alternatively, ACCA, CIMA, or CA. ICPAK registration is mandatory if the candidate is practicing in Kenya
• MBA will be an added advantage
• 7–10 years of accounting experience with verifiable references in logistics, transport, or construction
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Membership with ICPAK preferred
• -Proficiency in ERP systems, especially QuickBooks.

Skills

• Strong background in financial reporting, tax planning, audit liaison, and budget control.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and KRA regulations.
• Familiarity with East African tax frameworks or regional accounting practices.