Controllership Accountant

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Member Firm Internal Services

Internal Services roles are as broad and varied as the clients we serve, from finance, to growth office, human resources, technology and more. These roles help to support our Deloitte teams as they deliver quality service to our clients.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic person to join our Member Firm Internal Services - Finance as a Controllership Accountant serving our operations in Kenya. The role will be based in our Nairobi office in Kenya.

Main purpose of the job

The Controllership Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger structure, recording financial transactions into the company's general ledger, preparing IFRS compliant financial statements and ensuring internal controls and procedures are performed or adhered to in accordance with Deloitte standard policies and procedures

2. Fixed Asset Accounting

Responsibilities

Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through the preparation, review, and processing of journal entries, including accruals, provisions, reallocations, adjustments, and period-end entries.; Monitor and resolve accounting discrepancies on a timely basis.; Assess and support general ledger updates and maintain alignment between the General Ledger and supporting sub-ledgers.; Oversee fixed asset accounting, including maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register and asset master data.; Review capital expenditure transactions and ensure accurate asset classification, capitalization, depreciation, impairment, disposal, and recognition of asset sale proceeds.; Reconcile the Fixed Asset Register to the General Ledger and validate GIS asset records and related reporting.; Prepare accounting communications and support period-end and year-end accounting activities across general ledger, SAP Finance, revenue, and reporting systems; Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and contribute to the preparation of statutory financial statements.; Manage the financial close calendar and communication of key timelines and deliverables; Manage statutory filings and remittances, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.; Coordinate engagements, audits, and reviews with statutory and regulatory bodies.; Support internal and external audit requirements through the preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.; Manage accounting and reconciliation activities relating to staff debtors, including journal processing, allocations, and payroll deductions.; Provide regular updates to the CFO and Regional Controllership Manager on accounting movements and key General Ledger matters.; Participate in regional controllership forums, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.; Ensure compliance with established accounting policies, controls, and standardized processes.; Serve as the primary finance contact for in-country accounting matters.; Develop and maintain reporting templates, ad hoc analyses, and reporting repositories.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.; Professional accounting qualification preferred (CPA/ACCA).; 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.; Deep knowledge of IFRS, proficiency in ERP (e.g. SAP, SAGE).; Strong capability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.; Good communication and stakeholder management skills.; High standard of professional ethics and integrity.