Accountant

BURN Manufacturing
BURN Manufacturing

Accounting & Finance

Nairobi, Kenya

Posted on Aug 19, 2026
About the role:
The role supports Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, invoicing, payments, tax compliance and audit requirements. It also involves maintaining proper financial documentation, supporting internal controls and procedures, and assisting with cash planning and statutory reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Working with the Head of finance to ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements.
  • To provide support and assistance in the development and implementation of standard financial operating procedures.
  • To provide support and assistance in regularly reviewing the effectiveness of internal controls covering financial, operational and compliance controls.
  • Enter financial transactions into the accounting system on a real-time basis.
  • Receive vendor invoices and enter bills into the accounting system.
  • Assist in preparation of vendor payments.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any differences that might be found.
  • Ensure all supporting documentation (including tax compliant invoices) is available and filed correctly.
  • Carry out bank reconciliations.
  • Verify from BURN pricing and specific customer pricing that details on sales orders are correct.
  • Prepare tax compliant invoices based on sales orders and stove shipments reports.
  • Recording payments received from customers.
  • Preparing, verifying and sending customer statements.
  • Keep track of export documentation and make sure they are filed correctly.
  • Support audit process.
  • Help in collecting all required supporting documentation for grant reports when needed.
  • Working with the tax department to ensure timely and accurate and timely submission of tax returns.
  • Solve any statutory inconsistencies.
  • Submitting financial reports on a timely basis.
  • Weekly cash planning.

Skills/ Requirements
  • Experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV is desirable.
  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a business environment, with a preference for experience in the manufacturing industry.
  • Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills, with a track record of effectively addressing complex financial issues.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Education Background
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field of study.
  • CPA finalist or ACCA qualification, showcasing a commitment to professional development and expertise in accounting and finance.

Qualified Female Candidates encouraged to Apply

BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
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