Job Description
Accounting Jobs, JM Associates Jobs.
We are a professional firm offering Business Advisory, Audit, Tax Consulting, and Financial Advisory services to public and private clients in East Africa, spanning multiple industries. We are known for providing tailored services that meet the specific needs of our clients, thus improving efficiency and business performance.
We are looking to hire an Accounts Semi-Senior who will be responsible for managing accounting functions for our clients, including but not limited to bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax compliance, client relationship management, and Advisory.
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Key Responsibilities
- Effectively plan and execute Bookkeeping engagements in accordance with all relevant professional standards (accounting, quality control, and ethical) and Firm policies.
- Handle communication between clients and the firm.
- Ensuring timely and consistent submission of monthly management reports.
- Apply appropriate business knowledge in anticipating, identifying, and addressing issues relevant to the clients’ business.
- Ensure timely processing of clients’ monthly payroll.
- Ensure timely Preparation, filing, and remitting of all monthly statutory returns.
- Assisting and facilitating audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies.
- Managing clients’ financial records.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Managing clients’ assignments by prioritizing tasks, establishing budgets, and monitoring profitability of assigned engagements, timely billing, and collection of pending payments.
- Supervise, train, and mentor Junior Associates.
Skills and Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
- A Minimum of 3 years’ experience is required, as well as one or more relevant professional certifications or pursuing completion of the professional courses (i.e. CPA, ACCA).
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and solid bookkeeping skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho) and strong Excel skills.
- Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time management skills to handle competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong team collaboration skills, adaptability, and the ability to support and train junior staff.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics in handling sensitive financial data.
- Adaptability to new technologies, standards, and industry practices.
Application Deadline: 14th January 2025
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How to Apply
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