Junior Accountant

GrainPro East Africa is currently recruiting for the position of Junior Accountant in Kenya:

ABOUT GRAINPRO:

GrainPro is a mission-based company dedicated to reducing hunger and poverty through the safe handling of dried agricultural commodities. GrainPro manufactures post-harvest management solutions suitable for organic, chemical-free storage, solar-drying, and transporting of dry agricultural commodities worldwide. GrainPro’s patented air-tight (hermetic) technology ensures that valuable commodities are handled in a moisture-protected, insect-free, and mold-free environment and can maintain quality, taste and nutritional value of dried food for years. The company is committed to sustainable growth through environmental stewardship and social impact.

Job Summary:
The Accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role includes bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable management, statutory filings, and financial reporting. Experience with NetSuite is essential for efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Weekly Bank Reconciliations: Conduct comprehensive reconciliations of all bank accounts on a weekly basis to ensure accurate financial records. Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Receive Purchase Orders (POs) in NetSuite: Accurately process and record POs in NetSuite. Track and manage PO statuses to ensure efficient order fulfillment. POs to be received as soon as GSAP shares the intercompany invoice.
• Make Bank Payments for All Subsidiaries: Prepare and execute bank payments, verifying payment requests against supporting documentation and maintaining transaction records.
• File Statutory Deductions: Calculate, prepare, and submit statutory deductions, including PAYE, VAT, NSSF, NHIF, and Housing Levy, by the 5th of every month. Ensure compliance with tax and labor regulations.
• Update Weekly Cash Inflows and Outflows: Prepare weekly reports on revenue collections, payments, and cash positions for financial planning.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) in NetSuite: Oversee AP processes, ensuring accurate entry, approval, and timely vendor payments. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct Margin Analysis: Perform profitability assessments across products, services, or business segments. Provide insights and recommendations for cost optimization.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable (AR): Track AR balances to ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices. Address payment delays or disputes and implement collection strategies.
• Review Monthly Sales vs. Budget for Sales Representatives: Analyze and compare sales performance against targets. Identify variances and provide feedback to management.
• Prepare Monthly Financial Reports and Close Accounts: Compile monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Monthly close to be completed by the 7th of every month.
• Calculate Sales Commissions: Accurately compute sales commissions based on company policies and ensure timely payment processing.
• Audit Preparation: Assist auditors by preparing required schedules and responding to audit inquiries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or ACCA certification preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in NetSuite and other accounting software is required.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional office setting, requiring collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and auditors.

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to careers@grainpro.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the end date for receiving applications is Wednesday, 16th April 2025.

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