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Accountant at Abacus Consulting
Nairobi, , Kenya -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Financial Reporting, IFRS, General Ledger Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax Filing, PAYE, VAT, Withholding Tax, Payroll Reconciliation, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Cash Flow Planning, Odoo, Audit Coordination, Financial Analysis

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description
Job Summary: The Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with Kenyan statutory requirements, and supporting budgeting and audit processes. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Operations Maintain accurate books of accounts in accordance with IFRS and company policies Record and reconcile general ledger entries, bank statements, and intercompany transactions Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and collections Statutory Compliance (Kenya) Prepare and file PAYE, VAT, and Withholding Tax returns with KRA Ensure compliance with Kenyan tax laws and regulations Coordinate statutory deductions (NSSF, NHIF) and payroll reconciliations Support internal and external audits and respond to audit queries Budgeting & Controls Assist in budget preparation and variance analysis Monitor expenses and ensure cost controls Support cash flow planning and forecasting Coordination & Support Liaise with banks, auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies Support management with financial analysis and reports as required Maintain proper financial documentation and records Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent qualification (preferred or in progress) Minimum 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax and statutory requirements Experience working with accounting software (Odoo)
Responsibilities
The Accountant manages day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting and general ledger reconciliation. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with Kenyan statutory tax requirements and supporting audit and budgeting processes.