Accountant
AI summary
Burn is hiring an Accountant in Nairobi to support the finance function through accurate financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, invoicing, payments, tax compliance, and audit support. The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing, and strong analytical and teamwork skills. The application deadline is 30 September 2026.
- Senior-level role requiring minimum 5 years of relevant experience
- Preference for manufacturing industry experience
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV is desirable
- Deadline for applications is 30 September 2026
AI job guide
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required5+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, internship, financeThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Accountant evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Burn and the role in Nairobi.
- Add concrete examples related to sales, internship, finance, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Job in Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Plan to submit before the listed deadline: 2026-09-30.
Source and safety check
- Job in Kenya
- Original source link available
- Application method is clear
- Deadline is available: 2026-09-30
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Accountant role in sales, internship?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research Burn before the interview.
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Original source description
The role supports Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, invoicing, payments, tax compliance and audit requirements. It also involves maintaining proper financial documentation, supporting internal controls and procedures, and assisting with cash planning and statutory reporting.
Duties and
Responsibilities
- Working with the Head of finance to ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements.
- To provide support and assistance in the development and implementation of standard financial operating procedures.
- To provide support and assistance in regularly reviewing the effectiveness of internal controls covering financial, operational and compliance controls.
- Enter financial transactions into the accounting system on a real-time basis.
- Receive vendor invoices and enter bills into the accounting system.
- Assist in preparation of vendor payments.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any differences that might be found.
- Ensure all supporting documentation (including tax compliant invoices) is available and filed correctly.
- Carry out bank reconciliations.
- Verify from BURN pricing and specific customer pricing that details on sales orders are correct.
- Prepare tax compliant invoices based on sales orders and stove shipments reports.
- Recording payments received from customers.
- Preparing, verifying and sending customer statements.
- Keep track of export documentation and make sure they are filed correctly.
- Support audit process.
- Help in collecting all required supporting documentation for grant reports when needed.
- Working with the tax department to ensure timely and accurate and timely submission of tax returns.
- Solve any statutory inconsistencies.
- Submitting financial reports on a timely basis.
- Weekly cash planning.
- Skills/
Requirements
Experience
- in Microsoft Dynamics NAV is desirable.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant
- in a business environment, with a preference for
- in the manufacturing industry.
- Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills, with a track record of effectively addressing complex financial issues.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Method of application
- If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,
- https://burnmanufacturing.applytojob.com/apply/luH9VpyZhj/Accountant?utm_source=Jobinkenya