About the job
• We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our institution.

Overall role purpose:
• To ensure that the management receive the necessary information to enable them to make appropriate, timely and relevant decisions for the success of the institution.
• The Accountant will be part of the middle level management team and will be a key advisor to other managers and the directors to ensure that the business processes remains standardized as per IFRSs.
• Be responsible for preparing timely and relevant performance reports to managers and to the directors on a daily, monthly and annual basis;
• Monitor and report on the business cash flow position and ensure timely payment of suppliers and other payments;
• Prepare annual financial reports for audit purposes, support the auditors while carrying out their audits and respond to audit queries;
• Update/document internal controls of the business as appropriate, carry out regular review of the effectiveness of the internal controls and report to directors as appropriate.
• Prepare monthly payroll, ensure appropriate deductions are made and ensure timely payments to staff;
• Managing costs and expenses to increase profitability;
• Be responsible to maintaining and updating asset register accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that proper management of debtors and creditors.
• Prepare and file PAYE, NSSF and LST and liaison with URA as appropriate.
• Participate in the budget preparation processes and monitor expenditure and revenues against the budget;
• Carry out other related tasks as might be required by management

Specific requirements for the position
The ideal candidate should have:
• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, business statistics, mathematics, economics or related field;
• Qualified or part qualified accountant (CPA, ACCA)
• Preferably not more than 35 years with at least 5 years relevant experience;
• Strong leadership skills and have a proven record in building a team with the capacity and ability to deliver;
• Have thorough experience/knowledge of accounting software with ability to effectively train others;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.