Senior Accountant- Nairobi at Summit Recruitment and Search

This role supports strategic decision-making through financial analysis, process improvement, and effective collaboration across departments, while also guiding junior team members.

Key Responsibilities.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, reconciliations, and the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare, review, and analyse Management Accounts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to support leadership in decision-making.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Coordinate external audits and act as the primary liaison for auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, providing insights and recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Review and approve journal entries, expense reports, and other financial transactions.
• Support, guide, and mentor junior accounting staff to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and a high-performance team culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide accounting guidance for new projects and business initiatives.
• Issue P&L Statements

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or equivalent professional certification
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, including exposure to management accounts and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reporting standards, and local tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.