Accounts & Admin Assistant

About the role

A strategy execution firm specialising in strategic business advisory is looking for an Accounts & Admin Assistant to join its finance team in Nairobi. Reporting to the Finance Officer, the role supports daily financial operations, manages client accounts and provides administrative support. The position is full time.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and update transactions in general ledger
• Manage accounts receivable by following up on outstanding invoices
• Reconcile bank statements and key accounts regularly
• Assist in preparing cashflow forecasts and liquidity updates
• Process accounts payable and verify vendor invoices
• Support procurement and logistics coordination with vendors
• Help prepare periodic financial reports such as expense summaries and aging reports
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory regulations, and support internal and external audits
• Provide administrative support to the finance team, including filing, documentation and data entry

Required profile

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
• Professional CPA (K) or ACCA qualification
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Required skills

• Proficiency in QuickBooks
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking and effective client relationship management