ACCOUNTANT (WITH ODOO SOFTWARE)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Financial Transaction Management

• Record all financial transactions—sales, purchases, expenses, receipts, and payments—accurately in Odoo Accounting on a daily basis.
• Ensure proper categorization and tagging of entries for accurate reporting and analysis.
• Monitor and update cash flow records to reflect real-time financial positions.

Bank and Account Reconciliation

• Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure alignment between bank statements and company records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Reconcile ledger accounts, including petty cash, control accounts, and suspense accounts.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, ensure approvals, and schedule timely payments.
• Generate and issue client invoices, and follow up on receivables to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Maintain updated aging reports for both receivables and payables.

Intercompany and Cross-Border Accounting

• Work with teams from other branches or countries to process intercompany charges and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with internal transfer pricing and intercompany policies.
• Track and reconcile intercompany loan accounts and shared services transactions.

Taxation and Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and file monthly and annual statutory returns including VAT, PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, and Withholding Tax, in compliance with KRA regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely remittance of taxes and statutory deductions.
• Maintain records for tax audits and assist in resolving any KRA queries.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with timely data and analysis.
• Prepare schedules and reconciliations for quarterly and annual audits.

Audit Support

• Liaise with external and internal auditors by preparing audit schedules, source documents, and explanations as needed.
• Address audit findings and follow through with necessary adjustments or process improvements.

Process Improvement and Automation

• Identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks in existing accounting workflows.
• Contribute to the automation of recurring tasks within Odoo to improve data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Assist with system upgrades, testing new features, and staff training on Odoo functionalities.

Inventory and Asset Management

• Collaborate with operations and warehouse teams to monitor inventory movements and cost allocations.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure correct depreciation methods and asset tagging.
• Assist in periodic stock counts and asset verifications.

Internal Controls and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies, approval workflows, and spending limits.
• Flag any anomalies or policy breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Regularly review and update accounting SOPs in collaboration with management.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• CPA-K qualification is mandatory
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a busy accounting environment
• Proficiency in Odoo ERP, especially the Accounting Module, is a must
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and financial reporting standards
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and accuracy in record-keeping
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.