Company background:

RSM (Eastern Africa) Consulting Ltd (RSMEA) is a member firm of the RSM network, a world leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to entrepreneurial growth-focused organisations globally. The network has a combined staff of over 64,000 with 820 offices across 120 countries and in each of the top 40 major business centres.
 

RSMEA was founded in 2004 and has developed a powerful network of offices across East Africa. The factor that links RSM member firms is its Purpose - THE POWER OF BEING UNDERSTOOD which is rooted in RSM’s unwavering focus on our principles of collaboration, understanding and providing relevant insights and solutions by:  gaining a deep understanding of what matters to our clients; building a long-term relationship through a client-centric focus; sharing insights of our local and global experts; and design-thinking and co-creating solutions. This client-centric approach ensures that we acquire a deep understanding of our client needs, that empowers businesses to move forward and realise their full potential.  
 

RSM in East Africa specialises in Audit & Assurance, Transaction Advisory, Tax Services, Management Consulting, Risk Advisory, and Outsourcing. RSMEA clients range from growth-focused entrepreneurial businesses through to leading multi-national organisations across many sectors and operating nationally and across borders.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team at RSM Eastern Africa. As an Accountant, you will be responsible for the execution of all finance-related tasks under the supervision of the Finance Manager

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. 
  • Full CPA qualification 

Background and Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a finance role.
  • Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Fluency in MS Office applications
  • Fast learner and comfortable with new challenges
  • Integrity and reliability
  • A team player
  • Good communication and social skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Fluency in English and excellent research and report writing skills
  • Self-motivated and ability to take initiative

Responsibilities and Outcomes

  • Attending to any queries within 24 hours.
  • Identifying accounting and tax issues and communicating these, as they arise, to the PIC, including escalating any complex issues to ensure that these are resolved promptly.
  • Managing all aspects of the office accounting function including the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.
  • Ensuring that financial policies and standards are in place, are effective and applied, and also having a strong understanding of the administration, IT, and Human Resource policies and procedures.
  • Ensuring all membership, licensing, and subscriptions of the firm are followed up and renewed on an annual basis.
  • Provide financial advice, information, and services to the Partner as appropriate.
  • Ensure that cash is properly managed.
  • Contribute actively to the pursuit of expenditure savings and structural cost reduction initiatives.
  • Ensure that debt collection controls are in place and are effective in the firm.
  • Ensure that accounts payable and accounts receivable controls are in place and effective.
  • Assisting with the interview process to identify A-players for the finance department.
  • Actively developing technical skills on the job and through formal training.
  • Building working relationships with clients and team members.
     

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If you are inspired to build strong, collaborative and lasting relationships with our stakeholders; gain a deep understanding of our clients' needs; ensure every client benefit from tailored thinking and you resonate with our values; fill out your application by clicking HERE. The deadline for applications is Friday, 22nd November 2024.  Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.