Mid-Level Accountant

Seargent Solutions

  • Nairobi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
About UsSeargent Solutions is a dynamic software company specializing in providing top-tier digital solutions, including the sale and implementation of Zoho Books and advanced payroll software. We are looking for an experienced, tech-savvy Mid-Level Accountant to manage our internal finances and act as a product expert, helping our clients successfully adopt our software solutions.Role SummaryAs our In-House Accountant, you will be the backbone of our financial operations, managing everything from day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll to complex financial analysis and statutory compliance. Because we are a software provider, this role goes beyond traditional accounting. You will leverage your mandatory expertise in Zoho Books to assist in onboarding and training our customers, ensuring they get the most out of our accounting and payroll products.Key ResponsibilitiesInternal Accounting & Financial Management:Full-Cycle Accounting: Maintain accurate, up-to-date books of accounts and supporting documentation entirely within Zoho Books.Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow statements, and detailed variance analyses.Treasury & Banking: Manage bank accounts, petty cash, bank reconciliations, and foreign exchange (FX) transactions.Accounts Payable/Purchases: Manage vendors, ensure timely processing of supplier invoices, and execute payments.Payroll Processing: Handle internal payroll calculations and timely disbursements.Financial Analysis: Monitor company cost-effectiveness and proactively recommend cost-saving and efficiency initiatives.Audit Coordination: Liaise with external auditors to prepare and finalize the annual audited financial statements.Compliance & Taxation:Coordinate and process all statutory filings and ensure strict tax compliance across all applicable jurisdictions.Manage monthly and annual remittances, including PAYE, NSSF, NHIF/SHIF, Withholding Tax (WHT), and corporate tax returns.Client Onboarding & Training (Product Expertise):Act as the in-house product expert for Zoho Books and our payroll software.Lead client onboarding sessions, configuring the software to meet their specific business needs.Conduct training sessions for customers, teaching them how to effectively navigate and utilize Zoho Books and the payroll systems.RequirementsRequirements & QualificationsExperience: 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or a similar role.Software Proficiency: Hands-on, verifiable experience with Zoho Books is a strict requirement.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. (CPA-K or ACCA qualification is highly preferred).Compliance Knowledge: Strong, up-to-date understanding of Kenyan tax laws and statutory deductions (KRA, NSSF, NHIF/SHIF).Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accounting software concepts to non-technical customers clearly.Analytical Skills: High attention to detail with a strong aptitude for financial analysis and problem-solving.Work EnvironmentThis is an onsite role based in our Westlands office.Standard business hours apply, with occasional flexibility required during month-end/year-end closing or major client rollouts.

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