Accountant - Law firm
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Emerge Egress Consulting is recruiting an Accountant for a reputable law firm in Nairobi. The role involves managing financial operations, maintaining accurate records, overseeing cash and banking activities, preparing statutory deductions and financial reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulations. Candidates should have CPA Section IV or equivalent, a relevant degree or diploma, and at least three years of experience.
- Full-time accountant role supporting a reputable Nairobi law firm
- Requires CPA Section IV or equivalent and at least 3 years experience
- Duties include bookkeeping, banking, statutory deductions, and reporting
- Apply by emailing CV to careers@emergeegressconsulting.com
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- Emerge Egress Consulting is a Management & Training Consulting Firm established in 2017 based in Nairobi. We offer Recruitment, Business & Marketing Strategy and Trainings. We partner with clients in various industries.
- Accountant - Law firm Vacancy-Nairobi
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Qualification
- BA/BSc/HND
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- Diploma
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- Professional Certificate
Experience
3 years
Location
Nairobi
Job Field
Finance / Accounting / Audit
Role Objective
Our client, a reputable law firm, is seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to manage financial operations, maintain accurate accounting records, support financial reporting, oversee cash and banking activities, and ensure compliance with statutory and internal financial requirements.
Core Duties and
required.
At least 3 years of experience.
IT proficiency & Account Software skills
Knowledge of budget preparation and control process.
Analytical skills.
Knowledge of principles and standard practices of accounting.
Knowledge of budget preparation and control process.
Key Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Good knowledge of accounting, financial controls, budgeting, and forecasting.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.
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Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to:
careers@emergeegressconsulting.com
using the position as subject of email.
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Responsibilities
- Handle authorized petty cash disbursements and ensure timely replenishment of petty cash funds.
- Process financial documents, including supplier invoices, staff claims, and investment-related transactions.
- Coordinate the approval and processing of payments for various accounting transactions.
- Review and verify financial documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, proper authorization, and compliance with internal controls.
- Prepare statutory deductions and facilitate their timely submission to the relevant government authorities.
- Assist with the review, classification, coding, recording, and proper filing of financial documents.
- Perform banking activities, including cash withdrawals, collection of cheque books and bank statements, and other authorized banking transactions.
- Assist in preparing, implementing, and monitoring budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and financial performance reports.
- Ensure adherence to applicable statutory regulations, organizational policies, procedures, strategies, and financial standards.
- Maintain cash books and prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements, following up on any discrepancies.
- Prepare periodic financial reports and provide other accounting and finance support as directed by the immediate supervisor.
- Job Specifications and Qualifications
- Minimum CPA Section IV or equivalent
- Degree/Diploma in Commerce/Accounting/Business administration
- Previous relevant work