Key Responsibilities

Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring SunCulture is in compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. 
Manage the tax and audit process. Close on inquiries from tax authorities by preparing and providing the relevant documentation.
Manage the tracking and implementation of the governance company-wide budgets and forecasts before payment processing.
Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and completing financial statement analysis.
Drive the end to end process of statutory, investor and regulatory audits. Collaborate with auditors to provide necessary information, resolve inquiries, and address audit findings.
Prepare and process payments to vendors, including bank transfers and mpesa payments, while adhering to payment terms, contractual obligations and internal controls
Complete supplier reconciliations and ensure accounts payable expenditures are reasonable by referring any irregularities to your line manager before posting. 
Ensure supplier statements are reconciled to invoices on a monthly basis. 
Review and reconcile the bank reconciliation reports within the deadlines set.
Prepare accruals and ensure they are all booked every end month.
Answer queries from vendors regarding problems with invoices or payment of the invoices. 
Any other finance-related role assigned from time to time by your reporting head.

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Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (required)
Professional certification (ACCA/CPA 4) or in progress 
4 years experience as an accountant or in a related role
Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
Working knowledge of IFRS and KRA regulations
Proficiency in accounting ERPs and advanced MS Excel skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines