Finance & Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover)

About the role

A client, a reputable organization operating across multiple African markets, is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Finance & Administration Assistant in Nairobi to cover maternity leave for 5 months. The role supports the finance function through accounts payable, financial reporting, reconciliations and administrative processes, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier statements and respond to vendor queries.
• Prepare and process local and foreign currency payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and currencies.
• Manage and reconcile corporate credit card transactions.
• Review and process employee expense claims.

Required profile

• CPA(K), ACCA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• At least two years of experience in a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and statutory compliance requirements.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience with accounting and expense management systems is an added advantage.

The vacancy is advertised by Summit Recruitment & Search, a recruitment agency based in Kenya. Applications are made through the agency's online application form; candidates who do not hear back within two weeks should apply again for other matching roles.