Accountant at BURN in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Accountant

    BURNNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    4 days ago

    Apply by

    2 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Energy, Utilities & Waste Management
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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    Job Description

    The role supports the Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, invoicing, payments, tax compliance and audit requirements. It also involves maintaining proper financial documentation, supporting internal controls and procedures, and assisting with cash planning and statutory reporting.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Working with the Head of Finance to ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements.
    • To provide support and assistance in the development and implementation of standard financial operating procedures.
    • To provide support and assistance in regularly reviewing the effectiveness of internal controls covering financial, operational and compliance controls.
    • Enter financial transactions into the accounting system on a real-time basis.
    • Receive vendor invoices and enter bills into the accounting system.
    • Assist in preparation of vendor payments.
    • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any differences that might be found.
    • Ensure all supporting documentation including tax compliant invoices is available and filed correctly.
    • Carry out bank reconciliations.
    • Verify from BURN pricing and specific customer pricing that details on sales orders are correct.
    • Prepare tax compliant invoices based on sales orders and stove shipments reports.
    • Recording payments received from customers.
    • Preparing, verifying and sending customer statements.
    • Keep track of export documentation and make sure they are filed correctly.
    • Support audit process.
    • Help in collecting all required supporting documentation for grant reports when needed.
    • Working with the tax department to ensure timely and accurate submission of tax returns.
    • Solve any statutory inconsistencies.
    • Submitting financial reports on a timely basis.
    • Weekly cash planning.

    Required Qualifications

    • Experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV is desirable.
    • A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a business environment, with a preference for experience in the manufacturing industry.
    • Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
    • Demonstrated adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills, with a track record of effectively addressing complex financial issues.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
    • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field of study.
    • CPA finalist or ACCA qualification, showcasing a commitment to professional development and expertise in accounting and finance.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

    Minimum Experience

    5 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Finance, Accounting, Economics

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to BURN on burnmanufacturing.applytojob.com to apply.

    Show Your Control Over the Full Accounting Cycle

    This role sits at the heart of BURN's finance function, where accuracy and timeliness keep the books clean and the auditors happy. Hiring managers will probe how you've handled reconciliations, tax filings, and audit support under pressure.

    1. Lead with your NAV experience: If you've used Microsoft Dynamics NAV, put it at the top of your CV and mention it in your cover letter. If not, highlight your adaptability with other ERPs and your willingness to learn quickly.

    2. Quantify your reconciliations: In your CV, state the volume of transactions you reconciled monthly and the number of bank accounts you managed. For example, "Reconciled 500+ transactions across 10 bank accounts monthly."

    3. Prepare a tax compliance story: Be ready to discuss how you ensured timely tax returns and handled statutory inconsistencies. Mention any experience with VAT, withholding tax, or corporate tax.

    4. Show your audit readiness: Describe how you supported audits, from gathering documentation to resolving queries. Mention any audit findings you helped clear.

    5. Demonstrate your problem-solving: Have a specific example where you identified a financial discrepancy and resolved it. Explain the steps you took and the outcome.

    6. Highlight your teamwork: This role works with the Head of Finance and other departments. Give an example of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve a financial goal.

    7. Emphasize your attention to detail: Since you'll handle invoices, payments, and documentation, share an instance where your detail-oriented approach prevented an error.

    8. Know BURN's mission: BURN is a clean energy company. Show that you understand their mission and how your role supports their financial health and growth.

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    Tags

    Microsoft Dynamics NAV
    CPA
    ACCA
    financial reporting
    tax compliance