Job Description
AFARI Travels & Tours Limited is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to manage financial records, ensure compliance with regulations, and support sound financial decision-making. This role is ideal for a professional with strong analytical skills and experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and tax processes.
Responsibilities
- Manage all accounting transactions, including accounts payable and receivable
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
- Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings
- Compute taxes, prepare tax returns, and ensure compliance with regulations
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure timely payments
- Monitor balance sheets and profit/loss statements
- Audit financial transactions and maintain proper documentation
- Ensure confidentiality of financial data and perform database backups
- Maintain the Invoice Account Register and oversee financial records
- Report on financial health and liquidity of the organization
Requirements
- BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Proven work experience as an Accountant
- Strong knowledge of accounting regulations and GAAP
- Proficiency in accounting software such as FreshBooks and QuickBooks
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
- Experience with general ledger functions
- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
- ICAN certification is an added advantage
- CPA or CMA certification is a plus
