Accounts Assistant (Real Estate)

About the role

Brites Management Services is hiring a full-time Accounts Assistant for its real estate and property management business, based in Ruiru. The role covers bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, property accounting and support for financial reporting and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including the general ledger and supporting documentation, and record daily transactions in the accounting system.
• Process supplier invoices and payments, prepare customer invoices and receipts, monitor outstanding receivables and reconcile customer and supplier accounts.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, verify cash receipts and payments and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain rental income and tenant account records, process rent collections, update tenant payment schedules and assist with property financial reports and tax filings.
• Assist with monthly financial reports, month-end and year-end closing, and provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Keep financial information confidential, assist with budgeting and financial analysis, and carry out other finance and administrative duties assigned by management.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA qualification (CPA Part II or above; CPA(K)).
• 1-2 years of experience in an accounting role within a real estate or property management company.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Required skills

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Understanding of property accounting and statutory tax requirements.
• Analytical, problem-solving, organizational and time-management skills.

Applications are made by sending a CV to the company's recruitment team; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.