Posted Position Title Accountant (Financial Reporting)

Job Number     1920709
Business     GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment     Global Growth & Operations - Africa
Career Level     Experienced
Function     Finance
Function Segment     Controllership
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available     Kenya
City     Nairobi
Relocation Expenses     No

Role Summary/Purpose
As an Accountant with some experience you will be responsible for supporting more senior accountants and performing and reviewing basic accounting entries. At this level you will be expected to explain variations in accounts and work with auditors on process improvements. You will follow an individual work plan and meets day-to-day short term objectives.

Essential Responsibilities  
• Prepare and review account reconciliations
• Prepare and review journal entries ensuring compliance with local accounting procedures and US GAAP
• Drive the timely preparation of assigned journal entries driving increased efficiency
• Prepare periodic balance sheet analysis
• Engage with auditors to answer questions in regards to control processes and account reconciliations
• Prepare analysis and explanations behind variations for DR4 reporting

Qualifications/Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in accounting or finance (or a high school diploma/GED or equivalent with at least 4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role)

Desired Characteristics
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong orientation towards process improvement
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