A remote safari camp in Kenya's Laikipia region is looking for an experienced ASSISTANT FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT to manage the property's full financial and stock control function
This is a hands-on role for someone who's comfortable working independently in a remote camp setting, managing accounts staff, and keeping tight financial discipline across a busy lodge operation. You'll be the go-to person for everything from ledger queries to payroll compliance, so strong technical skills and a steady head under pressure both matter here.
Core Criteria:
- CPA III qualification
- Bachelor of Commerce degree
- Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting, including inventory management
- Completion of an Excel assessment at interview stage
- Strong working knowledge of general ledger reconciliation and management accounts
- Experience training and mentoring junior accounts staff
- Familiarity with statutory and compliance audits (health and safety, environmental, motor, and similar)
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a remote setting
Core Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all financial and stock controls for the property
- Manage, mentor, and train the accounts and stores team
- Reconcile accounts, including clearing accounts and inter-property transactions
- Interpret and analyse management accounts, reporting to the Financial Controller
- Process accounts payable and receivable in line with group policy
- Reconcile supplier statements and review local creditor payments
- Compile and submit weekly cash flow requirements to head office
- Prepare monthly payroll input, ensuring compliance with employment legislation
- Manage capex reporting against budget
- Assist with budgeting, quarterly forecasts, and year-end audits
- Conduct internal audits and monitor internal controls
- Coordinate statutory and licence renewals with relevant authorities
- Oversee IT system uptime for the camp, escalating issues as needed
- Compile monthly leave schedules and physical stock counts