AfriCert Limited is the leader in Agribusiness certification, doing certification for vegetables, fruits and commodity products such as coffee, cocoa, tea and cut flowers AfriCert Limited is a competitive Certification company accredited and approved by various standard owners in the Agribusiness sector. We take pride in our work and are committed to providing and maintaining consistent and high-quality certification services. As a medium-sized company, AfriCert offers its clients as much as possible personal attention that each client deserves, whether big or small.
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Shared Services Accountant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- Accuracy of subsidiary financial statements
- Timeliness of financial reporting i.e., by the 5th of the succeeding month.
- 100% revenue collection before mobilization of audit teams.
- Ability to identify and mitigate financial risks
- 100% legal and statutory compliance
- 100% conversion of quotations into revenue
JOB SPECIFICATION:
- Ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and accurately entered into the accounting systems.
- Ensure supporting documentation is retained in consistent and predictable fashion i.e. both hard and soft versions.
- Ensure compliance with country specific accounting policies and procedures.
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts, cost centers and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
- Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
- Analyze transaction processes and identify areas where additional measures can be introduced to enhance accuracy and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
- Support the external audit processes and ensure the same is no more than two months after the close of the financial year.
- Work closely with the finance Manager to finetune financial board reports.
- Check on timely settlement of payments as per raised and approved requisitions.
- Supervise preparation of client quotes and invoices for the subsidiary offices.
- Manage the asset register, liabilities and stock control register.
- Support in preparation of the subsidiary budget estimates and forecasts.
- Supervise the day-to-day work performance by the subsidiary accountants.
- Perform other related duties.
DO YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field from a reputable academic institution.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) qualification.
- A minimum of 5 years working experience in a similar position in a busy office environment in a multinational set-up.
- Able to analyze data in line with corporate strategic objectives.
- Excellent organization and presentation skills.
- Proficient in the use of accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
- A team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Strong integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Commitment to AfriCert core values
- Purpose- driven and self-disciplined
- Well groomed
- Proactive and confident
- Good communication skills both written and oral
Method of Application
If you meet the above requirements and are interested to work in a fulfilling and challenging work environment, forward your CV and application letter to [email protected] on or before 18th January 2025.