Accountant

Job Title

Accountant

Company

The Simba Group, a partner of VAS Global Services

Location

Kenya

Job Description

The Simba Group, a partner of VAS Global Services, is seeking an Accountant to support Visa Application Centre operations in Kenya. As a Branch Accountant, you will manage the financial transactions of the branch, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies, regulations and accounting standards. You will support decision-making by providing insightful financial analysis and reports as well as monitor budgets.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Accuracy and Compliance: Ensure precise financial records, zero reconciliation errors and adhere to accounting standards.
• Refund Processing and Financial Operations: Ensure timely refund processing and other financial transactions to maintain service efficiency.
• Audit Readiness and Reporting: Ensure all financial records are audit-ready and provide clear reporting on financial health. Provide daily financial reports to the Visa Center Manager. Liaise and work with the Centralized Financial Team.
• Process Improvement and Risk Mitigation: Identify and implement enhancements to accounting workflows to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Requirements

Education

• Minimum: A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. CPA/CMA certification preferred.

Experience

• 4-5 years in accounts, finance, or audit. Solid background in managing accounting processes. Ability to develop financial projections and support decision making. Experience in working across departments. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient with MS and other accounting tools.

Knowledge & Key Skills

• Cash & revenue reconciliation; Payroll processing & incentive calculations; VAT & statutory compliance; Audit readiness & financial controls; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Proficient with MS and other accounting tools.

Behavioural Competencies

• Entrepreneurship; Quality & Service Orientation; Teamwork & Collaboration; Diversity Sensitivity; Personal and Professional Development; Delivering Results; Communication.

Functional Competencies

• Data Analytics; Audit & Compliance; Cash Management; Cost and Budget Control.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak fluently in local language; Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English; Experience of working in a culturally diverse environment; Experience in BPO industry or Visa domain would be helpful.