ACCOUNTANT

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Country Foods Limited seeks an Accountant in Nairobi for a full-time role. Responsibilities include financial bookkeeping, tax compliance, payroll processing, and internal controls. Requires a Bachelor's degree, CPA(K) Part II or above, and 3-5 years of experience.

• Full-time Accountant position in Nairobi
• Requires CPA(K) certification and 3-5 years experience
• Prior FMCG or accounting firm experience highly desirable
• Includes tax compliance, payroll, and financial reporting duties

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Find a Job + + + + Search ACCOUNTANT Country Foods Limited Accounting, Auditing & Finance 2 months ago Easy apply Skills Assessment Nairobi Full Time Manufacturing & Warehousing Confidential Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Job summary Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration, or related field Min Qualification: Bachelors Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 3 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Nairobi, Kenya Job descriptions & requirements KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts in accordance with accounting principles and standards Record daily financial transactions including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments Perform bank reconciliations on a monthly basis and investigate discrepancies Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Process invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payments to suppliers and contractors Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables and customer payments Tax Compliance & Statutory Obligations Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations including VAT, EXCISE TAX PAYE, and corporate tax Prepare and file monthly VAT returns accurately and within statutory deadlines Prepare and file PAYE returns and ensure timely remittance of employee taxes Maintain proper documentation for tax purposes and respond to tax authority queries Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and advise management accordingly. Payroll & Employee Benefits Process monthly payroll for all employees accurately and on time Calculate and process statutory deductions including PAYE, NSSF, and NHIF Maintain employee payroll records and ensure proper documentation Process employee benefits, allowances, bonuses, and reimbursements Prepare payroll reports and respond to employee payroll inquiries Internal Controls & Compliance Implement and maintain effective internal financial controls Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures Identify and report irregularities, fraud, or financial discrepancies Safeguard company financial assets and ensure proper authorization of transactions Support internal and external audit processes QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Education Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration, or related field CPA (K) certification – CPA Part II or above required Experience Minimum 3-5 years of post-qualification accounting experience Prior experience in FMCG or an accounting firm is highly desirable Experience with accounting software systems (e.g., QuickBooks, or ERP systems) Demonstrated understanding of Kenyan tax laws and compliance requirements Log In and Apply Important safety tips Do not make any payment without confirming with the BrighterMonday Customer Support Team. If you think this advert is not genuine, please report it via the Report Job link below. Report Job Log in to apply now Continue with Google Continue with Linkedin Or continue with Forgot Password? Keep me logged in Log in Don't have an account? Sign Up to Apply Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Activate Notifications Stay productive - get the latest updates on Jobs & News Activate Deactivate Notifications Stop receiving the latest updates on Jobs & News Deactivate This action will pause all job alerts. Are you sure? Cancel Proceed Similar jobs Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago View More Stay Updated Join our newsletter and get the latest job listings and career insights delivered straight to your inbox. v2.homepage.newsletter_signup.choose_type Jobseeker Employer Email address * We care about the protection of your data. Read our Notify Me We care about the protection of your data. Read our privacy policy .