Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounting function, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, reconciliations, and financial records.
- Prepare and issue invoices to export clients and manage receivables from growers and international customers.
- Manage supplier accounts, payments, reconciliations, and related financial documentation.
- Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow forecasts, and ensure adequate funds are available for operational requirements.
- Reconcile air freight, clearing, forwarding, logistics, and other export-related costs and monitor cost efficiency.
- Manage payroll processing, including payments for casual and other employees.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, budgets, and variance analysis.
- Ensure compliance with KRA requirements, including VAT, withholding tax, PAYE, and other applicable statutory obligations.
- Maintain accurate records for export transactions and ensure compliance with relevant tax and financial regulations.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure all required financial documentation is readily available.
- Work closely with the Farm, Operations, Procurement, and Management teams to ensure effective financial planning and control.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to management to support business decisions and cost management.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- CPA (K) qualification is mandatory.
- Minimum 4 years' experience in finance and accounting, preferably within the flower export, floriculture, air cargo, or export trading industry.
- Proven experience handling export invoicing, receivables, payables, cash flow, and general ledger functions.
- Strong knowledge of KRA taxation and statutory compliance.
- Experience managing supplier and international client accounts.
- Proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
Core Competencies
- Strong financial management and accounting skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong understanding of export finance and compliance.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Commercially aware and proactive approach to financial control.
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