Accountant

About Us

Kwanza Tukule is a fast-growing startup serving the distribution sector in Kenya. We work to optimize the supply chain for retailers and food vendors. Our tech-enabled enterprise resource planning platform optimizes the sale and delivery of food and household product supplies to dukas and vibandas. We source food products in bulk directly from manufacturers, repackage the goods into smaller quantities suited to the clients’ needs and level of affordability, and provide last mile delivery. We’re an energetic, female-founded and ambitious company with big goals for the coming years.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Accountant to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The Accountant will play a key role in managing financial records, preparing reports, and supporting decision-making processes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to the financial success of the organization.

• Ensures accurate recording, verification, and processing and posting of all company transactions including invoices, receipts and payments in compliance with accounting standards and company policy.
• Prepare/generate reconciled monthly supplier and Customer(Credit & cash) statements. Addresses vendor inquiries and disputes related to payments or invoices promptly and professionally.
• File all statutory deductions and taxes within KRA’s and other institutional deadlines.
• Generates and issues customer KRA Etims invoices/cash sales accurately and within the required timeframes.
• Processes and verifies vendor invoices against purchase orders, approvals, budget and receipts to ensure consistency and compliance on payment to pay process.
• Run Weekly bank reconciliations and resolves discrepancies or errors identified during the reconciliation process in a timely manner.
• Ensures timely and accurate payment to vendors while adhering to agreed payment terms.
• Supports month & Year-end closing by ensuring all ledgers are reconciled and closing journal entries passed accurately.
• Maintains precise records of all receivable transactions within the accounting system.
• Prepare periodic cash flow reports and monitor operating cash balances on a weekly basis and submit regular reports on accounts receivable status, accounts payable report including aging reports and required financial reports.
• Supports internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and prepares all schedules required by external auditors. Identify areas of risk or improvement in internal controls and processes
• Oversees the organization’s budgetary performance, ensuring expenditures align with approved budgets, and prepares monthly budget utilization. This role is vital to financial planning and analysis, tracking budget variances, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to optimize resource allocation.
• Plays a critical role in assisting with organization’s compliance initiatives. This role ensures that the company adheres to legal, regulatory, and internal policies and standards.
• Monitor and report on Key Profit & Loss, Balance sheet and Cash Flow drivers in a timely manner and offer remediate suggestions. Assist the finance management on financial trend and market analysis
• Support the Management in enforcing, updating and renewing policies, processes and other SOPs.
• File all finance documents in a well reference able manner as required by the tax authority and/or company policies.
• Attention to detail, knowledge of compliance frameworks, and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments are essential to ensure adherence to regulations.

• Experience in FMCG sector, with a focus on distribution, retail or a combination of both
• CPA or ACCA certification, demonstrating advanced professional qualifications in accounting.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience within a dynamic financial environment, with at least 3 years of expertise in a high-volume, fast-paced finance department, encompassing a comprehensive understanding of finance processes in a manufacturing setting.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with accounting and reporting standards, with a demonstrated ability to apply these principles in compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the highest level of accuracy in all financial reporting and analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, enabling efficient management of financial transactions and data.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to manipulate complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Superior interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• A demonstrated commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, ensuring transparency and ethical conduct in all financial activities.

• Growth Opportunity: Room for professional development, with the potential to advance into more senior roles.
• Hands-on Experience: Opportunity to work on impactful projects and be part of the full software development lifecycle.Innovative Environment: A collaborative, innovative workspace where your ideas are valued.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for accounting, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your application, including:

1. Your updated resume.
2. A cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience.
3. Relevant certifications or references (optional)

Join us and be part of a team that drives financial excellence!