Site Accountant

• Take full responsibility for the site financial control framework, including cash, imprest, and petty cash oversight.
• Validate casual labour payrolls by reconciling attendance and biometric data before submission to Head Office.
• Review and enforce three-way matching of purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices to ensure payment accuracy and KRA tax compliance.
• Reconcile fuel, stores, and inventory against operational records and investigate variances.
• Prepare and deliver a complete, reviewed month-end site financial pack by Working Day 3 each month.
• Supervise, train, and coach the Site Junior Accountant to achieve audit-ready standards and independent operation.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely payment and documentation of site-level county levies, cess, and permits.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field is required.
• Full CPA (K) qualification and current ICPAK membership are mandatory.
• At least four years of progressive accounting experience with a minimum of two years at a remote site in mining, construction, oil & gas, or large-scale agriculture.
• Minimum one year of experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff.
• Proven skills in petty cash and imprest control, accounts payable, three-way matching, and supplier reconciliations.
• Experience validating casual or site payrolls and collaborating with HR on attendance-based payments.
• Competence in reconciling fuel, stores, or inventory in an operational setting.
• Sound knowledge of Kenyan tax and statutory requirements, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy, NITA, eTIMS, and KRA compliance, plus awareness of Mining Act 2016 royalty obligations.
• Proficiency in Xero accounting software; knowledge of Dext and Pronto ERP is advantageous.
• High integrity with custodial responsibility for company cash and financial records; a valid Certificate of Good Conduct is required.
• Strong communication skills to enforce financial controls with senior operational staff.
• Willingness to reside at the West Pokot Mine Site and work extended hours during month-end and audit periods.

To apply, send your CV quoting the job title 'Site Accountant – West Pokot' through the employer's official contact. Submit your application before Sunday, 18 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks after the closing date.