Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a diligent Accountant to join our finance team in Nairobi. The role involves managing daily financial transactions, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and supporting the preparation of financial reports.

Key responsibilities

• Post daily financial transactions, invoices, and expenses into Tally ERP.
• Maintain and update the general ledger with accurate documentation.
• Manage petty cash disbursements and uphold internal controls.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable, processing vendor payments and following up on client invoices.
• Compute and prepare VAT and Withholding Tax schedules and assist with statutory filings.
• Produce basic financial summaries, expense reports, and budget trackers using Microsoft Excel.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for accounting records.

Required profile

• CPA (Part II or III) certification or a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least two years of hands‑on experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of VAT, Withholding Tax, bank reconciliations, and core accounting principles.

Required skills

• Tally ERP
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook