Accountant -Construction Industry

                                               JD -ACCOUNTANT

Job Summary

We
are looking for a highly experienced and dependable Accountant to join our
construction and finishing Materials Company in Kenya. The ideal candidate
should have a strong background in accounting and finance within the
construction, hardware, or building materials industry, with at least 10 years
of relevant experience. The candidate must be proficient in Sage accounting
software and capable of managing financial operations efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain
  accurate financial records and ensure proper bookkeeping.
  
• Manage
  accounts payable and receivable.
  
• Prepare
  monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
  
• Reconcile
  bank statements, supplier accounts, and customer accounts.
  
• Monitor
  inventory transactions related to tiles, sanitary ware, adhesives, and
  finishing materials.
  
• Process
  payroll and ensure statutory deductions are remitted on time.
  
• Prepare
  and file tax returns including VAT, PAYE, NHIF, and NSSF.
  
• Ensure
  compliance with Kenyan financial and tax regulations.
  
• Assist
  in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  
• Prepare
  audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors.
  
• Monitor
  cash flow and advise management on financial performance.
  
• Generate
  reports from Sage accounting software for management review.
  
• Support
  procurement and sales departments with financial analysis and stock
  controls.
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s
  Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• CPA
  (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
  
• Minimum
  of 10 years’ accounting experience, preferably in construction or building
  materials industry.
  
• Strong
  hands -on experience using Sage accounting software.
  
• Excellent
  knowledge of financial reporting and inventory accounting.
  
• Strong
  analytical and problem -solving skills.
  
• Proficiency
  in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  
• High
  level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience
  handling accounts for construction projects or hardware/building materials
  companies.
  
• Understanding
  of stock and inventory management systems.
  
• Good
  communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability
  to work independently and meet deadlines.