Senior Accountant

About the role

The Senior Accountant will oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, ensure accurate IFRS financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic financial planning for a leading FMCG company in Nairobi.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual IFRS‑compliant financial statements and coordinate external audits.
• Assist in developing annual budgets, monitor performance, perform variance analysis and advise management.
• Review and approve journal entries, supplier invoices, payment vouchers and oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll and reconciliations.
• Prepare and file statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, WHT, NSSF, SHIF/NHIF, Corporate Tax) and liaise with KRA.
• Strengthen internal financial procedures, recommend process automation and mentor junior accounting staff.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA (K) or ACCA qualification.
• 5–7 years progressive accounting experience, at least 2 years in a senior/supervisory role.
• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing is an advantage.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of IFRS and Kenyan tax regulations.
• Advanced MS Excel proficiency.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks or SAP.