ACCOUNTANT (FOR A FARM IN TIMAU)

Salary:  Kshs. 100,000 - 125,000 (All Inclusive)

Requirements: 

• Fully Qualified Accountant (Cpa(K), Acca, Or Equivalent). 
  
• Bachelors Degree In Accounting, Finance, Or A Related Field. 
  
• Strong Knowledge Of Financial Reporting, Budgeting, And Cash Flow Management. 
  
• Willingness To Relocate And Be Based Full Time In The Nanyuki, Timau Region. 
  
• Comfortable Working In A Farm-Based, Semi Rural Environment.
  

Experience: 

• Minimum Of 5 Years Experience, With At Least 2 Years In A Senior Finance Role. 
  
• Experience In Agriculture, Manufacturing, Or A Production-Based Environment Is Highly Desirable.

 Responsibilities: - 

• Oversee The Preparation Of Monthly Management Accounts, Including Profit & Loss Statements And Balance Sheets. 
  
• Ensure Timely And Accurate Financial Reporting In Compliance With Applicable Accounting Standards And Kenyan Regulations. 
  
• Maintain The General Ledger And Ensure Proper Documentation Of All Financial Transactions. 
  
• Lead The Annual Budgeting Process, Working Closely With Farm Management. 
  
• Prepare Quarterly Full Year Forecasts And Budget Updates. 
  
• Provide Financial Insights And Recommendations To Support Strategic Decision-Making. 
  
• Manage Cash Flow Planning, Including Preparation Of Rolling Forecasts. 
  
• Monitor Liquidity And Ensure Adequate Funding For Operations. 
  
• Optimize Working Capital And Financial Resource Allocation. 
  
• Oversee Monthly Payroll Processing, Ensuring Accuracy And Compliance With Statutory Requirements. 
  
• Ensure Timely Remittance Of Paye, Nssf, Shah, And Other Statutory Deductions. 
  
• Implement And Monitor Robust Stock Control Systems For Farm Inputs And Outputs.
  
• Conduct Periodic Stock Reconciliations And Variance Analysis. 
  
• Work Closely With Operations To Minimize Losses And Inefficiencies. 
  
• Perform Production Cost Analysis And Track Cost Drivers. 
  
• Conduct Variance Analysis (Actual Vs Budget/Forecast) And Provide Actionable Insights.
  
•  Support Operational Efficiency Through Data Driven Recommendations. 
  
• Oversee Accounts Payable And Receivable Functions, Including Invoice Processing. 
  
• Ensure Timely Collections And Effective Credit Control. 
  
• Maintain Strong Relationships With Suppliers And Customers. 
  
• Support And Coordinate The Annual External Audit Process. 
  
• Ensure Compliance With Tax Regulations And Statutory Requirements. 
  
• Strengthen And Maintain Internal Controls And Financial Procedures.