Accountant

Accountant

Savannah Informatics is a Kenyan e-Health software company founded by clinicians and finance specialists to deliver interoperable, connected solutions for healthcare facilities, organizations and regions. Our vision is to enable a better healthcare future for Kenya through pioneering use of information technology and knowledge creation

Accountant

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
• Experience
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Responsibilities

• Accounting and Bookkeeping

• Record and post day-to-day financial transactions accurately and on time.

• Keep accounting records up to date and ensure that transactions are properly supported with the required documentation.

• Carry out routine reconciliations and follow up on any discrepancies identified.

• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial statements.

• Assist with accounting for transactions between related companies.

• Maintain well-organised financial records and supporting documentation.

• Accounts Payable and Payments

• Support the day-to-day management of accounts payable and ensure bills are processed on time.

• Process payments and maintain accurate payment records.

• Assist with monthly cash flow planning and payment scheduling.

• Support budget tracking, forecasting, and adjustments where required.

• Communicate with vendors on payment-related questions, discrepancies, and outstanding issues.

• Ensure that payments have the appropriate approvals and supporting documentation before processing.

• Statutory Compliance

• Support payroll preparation and the reconciliation of statutory deductions.

• Assist with the preparation, filing, and payment of monthly statutory obligations, including PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, VAT, HELB, WHT, and other applicable deductions.

• Reconcile statutory payments and deductions against the accounting records.

• Support the reconciliation of eTIMS, iTax, and accounting records.

• Keep proper records of statutory filings, payments, and supporting documents.

• Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and follow up on differences or outstanding items.

• Assist with intercompany account reconciliations.

• Reconcile Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable balances.

• Reconcile sales and tax records across eTIMS, the accounting system, and iTax.

• Identify discrepancies and work with the relevant teams to resolve them promptly.

• Accounts Receivable & Commercial Team Collaboration

• Work with the Commercial team to keep track of customer balances and support collection efforts.

• Coordinate with the Commercial team on customer invoicing.

• Ensure customer balances are kept accurate and up to date.

• Follow up on outstanding balances and flag any discrepancies or issues that need attention.

• Provide the Commercial team with finance-related information and support when needed.

• Audit, Grants & Asset Management

• Support internal and external audits by preparing financial records and supporting documents when required.

• Assist with grant-related financial management, reporting, and record keeping.

• Maintain and regularly update the company’s asset register.

• Support the verification and reconciliation of company assets.

• Take on other finance-related tasks as assigned by the Finance team.

• Essential Qualifications & Skills

• CPA Finalist is mandatory/ACCA (CPA K is an added advantage)

• Bachelors of Commerce (Finance) or any related fields

• Experience in audit is mandatory

• Proficiency in computer skills and knowledge of Quickbooks

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and problem solving skills.

• Ability to perform several tasks with attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and keep documentation organised.

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently while also working well with others.

• Preferred Attributes

• High level of integrity and discretion when handling financial information.

• High ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to completion.

• Curious and willing to learn.

• Comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification when needed.

• Committed to working in a fast-paced and changing environment.