Accounting Job At MB - Jobs In Kenya Today

Accounting Job At MB - Jobs In Kenya Today

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal financial control systems to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

• Lead the budgeting process, including budget preparation, monitoring, variance analysis, and reporting to support effective financial planning and decision-making.

• Coordinate both internal and external audit activities, regulatory reviews, due diligence exercises, and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.

• Oversee the reconciliation of bank accounts and alternative transaction channels, including mobile money platforms, agency banking networks, and other payment systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Ensure all financial reports are prepared accurately, reviewed thoroughly, and submitted within established deadlines.

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of regulatory returns and financial reports to the Central Bank of Kenya and other relevant stakeholders in compliance with applicable regulations and prudential requirements.

• Serve as Secretary to the Asset and Liability Committee (ALCO), supporting committee activities, documentation, and reporting requirements.

• Manage tax planning, compliance, reporting, and statutory obligations to ensure adherence to applicable tax laws and regulations.

• Oversee financial reporting obligations to strategic partners and ensure contractual reporting requirements are met consistently.

• Maintain and oversee financial reporting systems to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, accuracy, and availability of financial information.

• Manage treasury operations, including liquidity planning, cash flow forecasting, and the strategic placement of surplus funds to maximize returns while supporting operational needs.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management to accountants and finance support staff.

• Undertake any additional responsibilities assigned by the Head of Finance in support of departmental and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized and accredited institution.

• Professional qualification such as CPA (K), ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent accounting or finance certification is mandatory.

• Valid membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).

• A Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline will be considered an added advantage.

Experience and Competencies

• A minimum of seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or financial management roles.

• At least three to five years of experience in a supervisory or management position with responsibility for leading finance teams.

• Previous experience within the banking, microfinance, SACCO, or broader financial services sector, preferably spanning two to three years or more.

• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS), taxation regulations, and financial compliance requirements.

• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing abilities.

• High standards of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct in professional practice.

• Candidates should demonstrate values and behaviors consistent with Christian principles and maintain a high level of professionalism in their interactions and decision-making.

Method of Application

Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” at www.smep.co.ke/careers and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke indicating the Job Title & Reference on the e-mail subject on or before Friday 12th June 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested and qualified? Go to SMEP Microfinance Bank on www.smep.co.ke to apply