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A Leading Commercial Bank in Kenya
Banking + 2 more
Description
Our client, a fast-growing bank in Kenya that operates on ethical, interest-free banking principles and is part of a major global financial group, is seeking to hire a Accountant- GL Controls within their Finance Department. Reporting to the Assistant Manager - GL Control & Reporting, this role is based in Nairobi and sits within a dynamic team supporting the bank’s strategic objectives
Job Purpose
(Brief summary of why the job exists)
Primary purpose of the job is to identify potential exposures in the books of accounts and provide a vigilant eye for monitoring GL accounts.
i. Monitoring and Rectification of Core Banking System Internal Differences – Follow up, monitoring and rectification of:
Daily Trial Balance differences in collaboration with branches, operations and IT
Real Suspense FLEXCUBE differences in collaboration with branches, operations and IT
Daily Inter-Branch Differences
Daily Cash-in-Transit Inter Branch Differences.
Daily Ledger & Sub Ledger Differences
Daily Accounts & Accounts Class Differences
Daily Income & Expenses - Opposite Balances
Branches Cash Shortage & Branches Cash Excess
Daily Foreign Exchange Revaluation
GL Monitoring & Reconciliation
Review and monitoring reconciliation of all Assets & Liabilities GLs accounts- Identification of exposures lying in GL and adjustments of accounts appropriately.
Review, follow up and rectification of GLs having Opposite Balances.
General Ledger Maintenance
Manage Opening and Closing GLs
Control GLs Amendments
Others – Accounting related
ii. Ensure compliance with the approved policies, procedures, SLAs and regulatory requirements to maintain quality standards and ensure risk mitigation.
iii. Ensure all assigned tasks and projects are executed within the approved policies, procedures and SLAs of the department.
iv. Incorporate and comply with the bank's core values, especially Customer First in your day- to-day activities.
v. All the above accountabilities include but are not limited to any additional/new tasks or responsibilities assigned by the line Manager.
Key Relationship (Internal & External)
Internal:
Head of Finance (CF0)
Branches
Risk
IT
Internal Audit
Business teams (If required)
External
External Auditors
System Providers
Job Specification
Education
CPA Part 2 or similar qualification.
University Degree in Finance, Accounting or another relevant field.
Training / Skills
Good numerical & computer skills, especially MS Excel.
Technical proficiency in banking systems and reconciliation tools
Proficiency in reconciliation software and banking IT systems
Problem solving skills to detect issues and implement improvements
Knowledge of banking operations, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
Attention to detail for ensuring accuracy and compliance with banking policies.
Strong organizational skills
Work Experience
Minimum 3 years post qualification experience in a similar position and/or in accounting or audit environment
Experience with bank operating systems and GL reconciliation
processes
Competencies
Analytical skills to assess financial data and identify discrepancies
Communication skills to liaise with internal stakeholders and auditors
Interpersonal skills for teamwork and managing escalations when necessary.
Risk assessment and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently, manage tasks efficiently, and
meet deadlines.
Creative, with initiative, flexible and able to work under
pressure.
Commercial awareness to understand the impact of financial
controls on the bank's profitability.
Adaptability and commitment to continuous learning in the
evolving banking environment.
Organization Reporting Relationship
Reporting to (Direct): Assistant Manager – GL Control & Reporting.
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