Job description:
position overview: we are seeking a highly experienced senior accountant with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, including exposure to public company accounting, international accounting standards, and fixed assets accounting. this is a hybrid role, requiring the candidate to be present on-site for 2 days per week. the senior accountant will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. responsibilities: manage and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established accounting principles.maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper recording and reporting of revenue recognition, expenses, and other financial activities.prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards (ifrs or gaap) and relevant regulatory requirements.assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for public disclosure, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial information.lead the fixed assets accounting process, including tracking, recording, and depreciating fixed assets in accordance with relevant accounting standards.participate in the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.contribute to the development and implementation of internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.assist in the coordination of audits, acting as a liaison between external auditors and internal teams to provide necessary documentation and explanations.stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and standards, proactively identifying potential impacts on financial reporting and suggesting appropriate actions.mentor and provide guidance to junior team members, fostering their professional growth and development. qualifications: bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; cpa designation preferred.a minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to public company accounting practices.strong knowledge of international accounting standards (ifrs or gaap) and their practical application.proficiency in fixed assets accounting, including experience with capitalization, depreciation, and impairment assessments.excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.advanced proficiency in accounting software and microsoft excel.strong communication skills, both written and verbal.ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.prior experience in mentoring or supervising junior accounting staff is a plus.strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

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<<summaryfinancial accountant specializing in financial planning, reporting and analysis in both private and public sectors.well-informed accountant adept at supplying quick responses to financial inquiries from internal management and potential clients.creative accountant equipped with a broad knowledge of concepts and strategies to yield the best possible financial outcomes. highlightsperiodic financial reporting expertinvoice coding familiaritystrong communication skills general ledger accounting skills complex problem solvingaccount reconciliation expert experience accountant, 06/2012- 09/2015ametek, inc.– ,i have worked at shantilal gala & company (nairobi, kenya) which is an audit firm, since 2nd july 2012.i was employed as an accountant in the firm.maintained accounts receivable documentation electronically and on paper.processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of p weekly and monthly.increased efficiency and alleviated work loads by creating a new excel financial recording system.collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.entered weekly sales and customer count sheets for review by management.processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments.collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes. education select one:,expected in--,gpa:status-bachelor of arts:business studies,expected in2014-university of greenwich-nairobi,gpa:status-completed the bachelor's degree in business of arts - ba honors business studies achieving a second upper class honors.the units included in the academic session (2012/2013) are as follows:> managing strategy - involves the formulation and implementation of the major goals and initiatives taken by a company's top management on behalf of owners, based on consideration of resources and an assessment of the internal and external environments in which the organization competes.> international business management - involves the understanding for an international career in various industries. today’s world revolves around business. creating them yourself. international business management brings one a step closer to success on an international level.the units included in the academic session (2013/2014) are as follows:> small business development - into partnership and become a sole proprietors. these kind of developments are common in many countries, depending on the economic system in operation.> ppd3 - thematic independent study - the research and critical thinking skills from personal and professional development (ppd) 2 and build upon their research proposals. this unit helped me to understand the intricate relationship between theory and practice. improved my self-management in terms of time, planning, behaviour and motivation.association of business executive:business,expected in2013-oshwal college-nairobi,gpa:status-completed the association of business executive. this associate had levels and units as follows:certificate in business - level 3 includes the following units:> introduction to business.> introduction to quantitative methods.> introduction to accounting.> introduction to business communication.diploma in business management (higher) - level 5 includes the following units:> human resource management.> managerial accounting.> marketing policy, planning and communication.> organisational behaviour.> the business environment.> economic principles and their application to business.> financial accounting.> quantitative methods for business and management.diploma in business management (graduate) - level 6 includes the following units:> corporate finance.> corporate strategy and planning.> international business case study.> managing in organisation.> strategic marketing management. skills organization - managing responsibilities in a particular manner and keeping track of those responsibilities.time management - good time-management skills go hand-in-hand in with strong organizational capabilities. budgeting time will give the allowance of managing the work efficiently.adaptability - its always the best for me to adapt quickly and easily as my way of understanding the procedures is through planning everything in my mind as the work is being allocated.communication - allows me to interact best with the colleagues, clients and receive the best feedback from their side after completing the conversation.