Financial Accountant - Contract

Nairobi, Kenya

Temporary

Mid Level

3-4 years post qualifying experience, Certified public accountant (CPA, K) or ACCA qualification, Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Financial Accountant - (Contract - 6 Months)
CrossBoundary Group

About the Firm

Founded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm committed to unlocking the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. CrossBoundary provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions.
Learn more at www.crossboundary.com  

Why join us?

CrossBoundary operates in frontier markets that also hold immense investment opportunities. The chosen candidate will play an important role in a unique team with the opportunity to have a transformational impact on the renewable energy landscape in Africa. Team members come from diverse backgrounds, but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.

What you will do
CrossBoundary is recruiting a fixed-term Financial Accountant for a period of six months. The duties of the Financial Accountant will revolve around ensuring that the business is operating effectively and efficiently. Main responsibilities will include managing accounting records, evaluating, and managing risk, ensuring compliance with regulations, publishing financial statements, overseeing accounting operations, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditure, forecasting revenue, coordinating auditing processes, and ensuring accuracy of financial information. The controller will work directly with the Finance and Operations Manager and management team to dynamically run the business both locally and internationally.

Your primary responsibilities would be:

Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including monthly closings, financial statement preparation, statutory audits, tax returns, and compliance with local accounting standards.
Manage day-to-day accounting operations: general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable/receivable, intercompany transactions, and bank reconciliations.
Ensure accurate transaction coding and financial data entry in Sage X3.
Review and approve local accounts and tax submissions in coordination with in-country accountants.
Prepare consolidated accounts, monthly invoicing, payroll, and weekly payment runs.
Maintain the asset register and monitor accounts to ensure timely payments.
Support entity setup in new geographies, including bank account openings and administrative tasks.
Provide information for external audits and assist with other ad hoc or cross-functional operational support.

Who You Are

Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
Takes on new types of work, even without prior experience/direct supervision
Willingness to work, travel, and live in a sometimes-challenging environment
High tolerance for ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing context
Builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environments
Excellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Certified public accountant (CPA, K) or ACCA qualification
3 –4 years’ post qualifying experience

Location
Candidates will join our team in Nairobi, Kenya

Interested in applying?

Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we're building, we want to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer

CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to  [email protected]

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Financial Accountant - Contract

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Help Us Build New Markets

We are not a development firm and we are not looking for typical development skills.

We are looking for talented candidates who believe in the power of the private sector to make a difference in the world's toughest places.

If that's you, contact us.