Application Deadline: 12/12/2008
Position Description:
Currently, Pwani Oil Products are seeking for qualified candidates to join their Kenya - Coast, Mombasa team as Chief Accountant. This opportunity is a Permanent position to be based at Mombasa, Kenya - Coast, Mombasa.
Responsibilities:
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Supervises the departmental accounting function and coordinates the completion of periodic financial statements and record keeping.
• Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents.
• Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
• Compile and assist with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances also analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control and also maintain bank accounts by requesting disbursements.
• Liaising with internal and external auditors and dealing with any financial irregularities as they arise.
• Responsible for account reconciliations that include multi currency inter-company accounts as well as complex bank accounts.
• Analyze revenues, commissions and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis
• Assist with financial and tax audits, tax returns, corporate reporting requirements, analyzing and correcting discrepancies and, produce reports and recommendations following internal audits or public sector audits;
• Assists in the formulation of the department’s budget in compliance with applicable budget policy and guidelines.
• Monitors expenditures to assure that the department remains within the budget.
• Advises department head and managers on the use and source of funds.
Candidate Requirements:
The ideal candidate should fulfill the following requirements:
* At least 6 years of working experience in a related field
* Possess a Degree in CPA, ACCA and above from a recognized institution
* Fluency in English will be essential
Interested candidates are invited to send latest CV directly to bharat@pwanioilproducts.com quoting your availability and expected salary.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Chief Accountant
