Senior Accountant at TheJitu.com at TheJitu.com

Senior Accountant at TheJitu.com at TheJitu.com | Iko Kazi

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Senior Accountant to join our growing team in Nyeri. The Senior Accountant will take ownership of key accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial information while supporting both local and international operations.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, internal controls, and compliance, as well as the ability to analyze financial data and provide meaningful insights to management.
Experience supporting international clients, particularly U.S.-based operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

Oversee and maintain accurate and complete accounting records and general ledger accounts.
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
Perform complex account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
Review journal entries, accruals, provisions, prepayments, and other accounting adjustments.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
Analyze financial results and provide insights on variances, trends, and business performance.
Support consolidation and reporting requirements for international operations where applicable.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

Lead and coordinate internal and external audit activities, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Support implementation and monitoring of internal controls in accordance with SOX, COSO, and other relevant frameworks.
Conduct control testing and identify control weaknesses, risks, and areas for improvement.
Identify financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate corrective and mitigation measures.
Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
Support statutory and regulatory reporting requirements.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
Monitor actual performance against budgets and investigate significant variances.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support management decision-making.
Develop financial reports, dashboards, and analysis as required.
Identify opportunities to improve financial performance, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.

General Ledger & Reconciliations

Review and maintain general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Perform and review bank, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, intercompany, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Investigate unusual transactions and resolve accounting discrepancies promptly.
Ensure proper classification and recording of financial transactions.
Maintain appropriate supporting documentation for all accounting activities.

International & U.S. Accounting Support

Support accounting and reporting activities for international clients and operations.
Apply relevant U.S. GAAP and IFRS principles where applicable.
Assist with cross-border financial reporting and accounting requirements.
Work effectively with international teams and stakeholders across different time zones.
Ensure financial information provided to international clients and management is accurate, timely, and compliant.

Process Improvement & Team Support

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency.
Develop and strengthen accounting procedures, controls, and reporting processes.
Provide guidance and technical support to junior accountants and finance team members.
Review work performed by junior accounting staff and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
Collaborate with HR, operations, procurement, management, and other departments on finance-related matters.
Support the implementation and improvement of accounting systems and financial reporting tools.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 4–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a senior accounting role.
Professional accounting certification such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
Proven experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, general ledger accounting, audits, and compliance.
Experience with internal controls, risk assessment, and financial control testing.
Experience supporting international clients or operations, preferably within the U.S. market.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.

Senior Accountant at TheJitu.com