Directline Assurance Company Limited was licensed in October 2005 and commenced operations in November 2005 The Company is the first Kenyan niche underwriter focusing solely on motor vehicle insurance. The Company has grown to be the largest PSV underwriter in Kenya with a market share of approximately 60% at the end of the year 2015. It is one of the largest commercial vehicle insurers in Kenya. The Company's head office is in Nairobi with two branches in Nairobi and one branch in each of the following towns : Thika, Nakuru, Mombasa, Embu, Meru, Kerugoya, Nyeri, Kisii, Eldoret, Kisumu ,Machakos, Kiambu, Kitengela , Ongata Rongai and Kapsabet. MISSION To exceed customer expectations by providing superior service and prompt settlement of claims VISION To be the preferred choice in Motor Insurance in Kenya and the region.OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB The role holder ensures accurate financial accounting, regulatory compliance, and reporting through proper bookkeeping, timely reconciliations, and preparation of statutory and management reports, in line with accounting standards and insurance regulatory frameworks, working closely with the Deputy Head of Finance and the Head of Finance. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting Prepare monthly Management Accounts in compliance with IFRS 17 and IRA guidelines. Ensure accurate posting of transactions in the general ledger and timely closure of books of accounts as per the set deadlines Oversee the reconciliation and review of bank accounts and bank balances Prepare daily/weekly cash-flow reports Regulatory Compliance Prepare and submit statutory returns to the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and other stakeholders. Ensure VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF, and other taxes are filed and paid within the prescribed deadlines Support external audits and coordinate responses to audit queries. Budgeting & Forecasting Assist in preparation of the annual budget and forecasts. Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis. General Duties Monitor and approve Creditor Invoice Accruals, Surrenders and Journal Vouchers. Prepare the Asset Register, Prepayment Schedules and prepare periodic reports as required Prepare monthly rental income schedules Reconcile monthly customer mpesa deposits and its utilization Prepare monthly reports Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Academic Qualifications University degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting or equivalent from an institution recognized by Commission for Higher Education Professional Qualifications CPA (K) or equivalent; Member of ICPA(K) Experience MUST have at least five (5) years’ experience in a busy commercial Finance & Accounts Department. Experience in Financial Management Systems Business/Department strategy formulation and execution Supervisory and leadership skills managing team/department performance and staff Skills and Attributes High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills High integrity and ethical level; Able to maintain utmost confidentiality of information in their possession Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills Self-motivated, confident and outgoing personality Have great attention to detail and able to get things done to completion