Senior Accountant

Fidelity Shield Insurance is a trusted provider of general insurance solutions in Kenya, serving individuals, SMEs, corporates, and government institutions. With a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and customer-centricity, the company continues to uphold a legacy of financial stability and service excellence.

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our

Fidelity Shield Insurance is a trusted provider of general insurance solutions in Kenya, serving individuals, SMEs, corporates, and government institutions. With a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and customer-centricity, the company continues to uphold a legacy of financial stability and service excellence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely and compliant financial reporting, overseeing day-to-day finance operations, and supporting the organization in meeting statutory and regulatory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in accordance with IFRS and internal standards.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS 17 requirements and support related financial disclosures.
• Oversee payables, receivables, and treasury operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
• Participate in audit preparation and liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts regularly.
• Ensure adherence to insurance industry financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Support budget preparation, variance analysis, and financial forecasting.
• Leverage advanced Excel and data analytics tools to streamline financial processes and reporting.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Full professional qualification in CPA (K) or ACCA.
• Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Strong understanding of IFRS 17, treasury operations, and payables management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and financial management frameworks within the insurance sector.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial data analytics.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.