Commercial Accountant

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements following IFRS and company policies.
• Manage tax compliance for VAT, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Income Tax to avoid penalties.
• Monitor and control operational and project budgets, analysing key performance indicators.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, debt servicing, and project financial drawdowns.
• Review and evaluate financial clauses in contracts such as service level agreements, leases, and construction contracts.
• Track financial obligations and billing terms in Power Purchase Agreements and off-taker contracts.
• Support board and committee meetings by preparing board packs, drafting minutes, and maintaining statutory filings.
• Ensure compliance with energy sector regulations, environmental audits, and business permits.
• Implement internal controls to manage operational financial risks and contractual liabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance), Business Administration, or Law (LLB).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) and member in good standing with ICPAK.
• Certified Public Secretary (CPS-K) and member in good standing with ICS Kenya.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
• 2 to 3 years of experience working in a law firm or handling legal contract management in a corporate setting.
• Experience or familiarity with project financing, the energy sector, infrastructure projects, or capital-intensive engineering is preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret legal language into financial terms.
• Excellent attention to detail in reviewing contract clauses and financial risks.
• Good communication skills to liaise with engineers, board members, and legal advisors.
• Experience using ERP accounting systems and contract management or legal billing software.

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