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Senior Accountant At Durham International Schools

Durham International Schools

full time Nairobi, Nairobi, Nairobi, KE Posted 3 days ago

Durham School provides a first-class all-around educational experience. All pupils, from age 3 through to 18, enjoy the equality of opportunity necessary to fulfill their potential, are well-prepared for further education and have the confidence to face an ever-changing global environment. To ensure this, Durham School provides a broad and balanced curriculum of GCSEs, iGCSEs and A-Levels and places great emphasis on giving pupils the flexibility to choose the curriculum which best suits them. We are recruiting to fill the following positions below: Senior Accountant Purpose of the Role The Senior Accountant manage finances of Durham International School and any related companies. The role ensures accurate financial records, full compliance with tax obligations, and the delivery of reliable reporting and financial models to support strategic decision making. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Economics. Additional certification in tax or financial modeling is an advantage. CPA(K), ACCA, or CA qualification; registered member of ICPAK in good standing. Minimum 6 years’ accounting experience, with 3 years in a senior role. Proven expertise in Kenyan tax compliance, consolidations, and payroll. Skills & Attributes Strong knowledge of IFRS and Kenyan tax law; proficient in iTax and eTIMS. ERP administration, advanced Excel, and POS systems experience. High integrity, attention to detail, and clear communication skills. Strong organizational ability and effective leadership.