Accountant at Sense of Africa

Roles and Responsibilities

Financial Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems).
• Record journal entries and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Manage invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding payments.

Bank Reconciliation:

• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and bank transactions.

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and file statutory returns (e.g., VAT, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, and corporate tax) in accordance with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) requirements.
• Keep updated on changes in tax regulations.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow statements).
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.

Audit and Internal Controls:

• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Payroll Processing
• Prepare payroll and ensure accurate deductions and statutory contributions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification — at least CPA Part II or fully qualified.
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a Kenyan organization.
• Proficient in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP).
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and statutory compliance.

Key Competencies:

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Minimum requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Tour Operations/Tourism & Hospitality Management/Customer Service/PR
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Tour operator/Hospitality industry.
• Must be a fluent German-speaker or any other foreign language skills will also be considered.
• Strong customer service and excellent inter-personal skills across all level
• Excellent time management & problem-solving ability
• Self-confidence, pleasant, outgoing nature, and good grooming
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Mombasa geographical routings, hotels, and restaurants.
• Flexibility and willingness to work long, irregular hours