Accountant at Nutri K Limited

General Objective

• The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and supporting management with reliable financial information to enable effective decision‑making.

Responsibilities and Task
Accounting & Financial Operations:

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date accounting records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
• Record all financial transactions, including purchases, sales, payments, and receipts
• Ensure proper cost allocation for raw materials, production, labour, and overheads
• Manage fixed assets register and depreciation

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Prepare trial balances, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Support management in budget preparation and financial forecasting
• Provide variance analysis between actual results and budgets

Cost Accounting (Manufacturing Focus)

• Monitor production costs and analyse cost variances
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)
• Support stock counts and reconcile inventory differences

Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal controls
• Prepare and file tax returns (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax where applicable)
• Support internal and external audits
• Maintain proper documentation and archiving of financial records

Cash & Payables Management:

• Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow
• Manage supplier payments and ensure timely settlement
• Follow up on receivables in coordination with sales and management

Other Responsibilities:

• Support process improvement initiatives within the finance function
• Perform any other finance‑related duties assigned by the Deputy Finance Manager

Requirements

• Education Degree: Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance (Diploma, Technical Certificate, or equivalent). Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an advantage.
• Work experience: Must have 2–3 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel & Outlook
• Language skills: English.

Other required skills:

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Proactive, disciplined, and safety focused mindset.