SEZ Accountant Job Vision Plus

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Vision Plus is hiring an SEZ Accountant for SUT SEZ in Tatu City Special Economic Zone, Kiambu. The role involves end-to-end financial management, SEZ regulatory compliance, customs documentation, and inventory accounting. Responsibilities include maintaining books of accounts in Zoho, preparing statutory returns, and ensuring compliance with Kenya's SEZ Act and KRA requirements.

• Full-time middle-level role in Kiambu
• Responsible for SEZ compliance and financial accuracy
• Experience with Zoho Books and SEZ regulations required

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Home » Jobs In Kenya » Accounting Jobs In Kenya » SEZ Accountant Job Vision Plus Job Title: SEZ Accountant Date Posted: 21/07/2026 Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Middle Employer: Vision Plus Industry: Accounting Salary: Open Location: Kiambu Country: Kenya Deadline: 10/08/2026 Summary: Accounting Jobs, Vision Plus Jobs. Looking for an accounting job in Kenya? Vision Plus is hiring an SEZ Accountant skilled in SEZ regulatory compliance, tax administration, import/export financial accounting, and inventory controls. About the Role The SEZ Accountant is the custodian of all financial records, customs documentation, and regulatory compliance for SUT SEZ. This role carries end-to-end ownership of the entity’s books of accounts, import and export documentation, SEZ Authority (SEZA) reporting, duty and tax exemption administration, and inventory accounting within the Tatu City Special Economic Zone. The role holder ensures that SUT SEZ operates in full compliance with Kenya’s Special Economic Zones Act (2015), the East African Community Customs Management Act, and all KRA requirements — while maintaining accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial records that support the manufacturing operations of Vision Plus. Key Measures of Performance Financial Accuracy & Timeliness Monthly books closed within 5 working days of month-end. 100% on-time filing of all statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, NITA, Housing Levy). Zero material findings in external and internal audits. SEZ Compliance & Reporting 100% on-time submission of quarterly and annual SEZA reports. Zero penalties or fines arising from customs or SEZ non-compliance. Accurate maintenance of duty exemption utilization records (variance < 2%). Customs & Documentation Zero customs holds due to import/export documentation errors. Complete and accurate SEZ materials movement register at all times. Inventory & Production Accounting Physical inventory count vs system variance within acceptable thresholds. Accurate BOM costing and production variance analysis completed monthly. Key Responsibilities: Day-to-Day Accounting & Financial Management (25%) Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts for SUT SEZ in Zoho Books / Zoho Inventory. Process and record all financial transactions — purchases, sales, payments, receipts, journals, and inter-company transactions between SUT SEZ and KIL. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable reconciliations, and general ledger reviews. Process supplier invoices, verify supporting documentation, and manage the payment cycle. Maintain the fixed asset register for all manufacturing plant and equipment within the SEZ. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial statements for SUT SEZ. Manage petty cash and ensure proper documentation and reconciliation. Ensure timely filing of all statutory returns — VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, NITA, and Housing Levy. SEZ Compliance & Reporting (20%) Ensure full compliance with the Special Economic Zones Act, 2015 and the SEZ Regulations, 2016 (and subsequent amendments). Prepare and submit all periodic reports required by SEZA: Quarterly performance reports Annual returns and audited financial statements to SEZA Investment and employment reports Production and output reports Capital expenditure and technology transfer reports Monitor compliance with SEZ licence conditions — minimum investment thresholds, employment targets, and export obligations. Maintain records and documentation supporting all SEZ tax exemptions and incentives (corporate tax, VAT, customs duty, stamp duty). Liaise with SEZA officials during inspections, audits, and compliance reviews. Track and report on SEZ performance metrics as required by the regulator. Monitor changes to SEZ legislation and advise management on compliance implications. Import & Export Documentation & Customs Compliance (25%) Prepare, review, and manage all import documentation for raw materials, components, and capital goods entering the SEZ: Import Declaration Forms (IDF) / Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) Custom Entry forms (IM4, IM7, IM8 for SEZ imports) Bills of Lading / Airway Bills, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin KEBS import standardization marks (ISM) and exemption documentation Prepare and process export documentation for finished goods leaving the SEZ: Export Entry forms (EX1, EX2, EX3) Certificates of Origin (COMESA, EAC, AfCFTA) Domestic Purchase Certificates for goods moving from SEZ to domestic territory Duty remission and exemption claim documentation Maintain the SEZ materials movement register (goods received, WIP, finished goods, scrap/waste, goods dispatched). Coordinate with customs clearing agents, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and KRA Customs. Ensure compliance with the EAC Customs Management Act and Regulations. Manage and reconcile duty exemption certificates and monitor utilization against approved allocations. Process and track all cus