Accountant

About the role

Zimele Asset Management is hiring a full-time Accountant in Nairobi to oversee the company's accounting operations. The role covers reconciling member accounts, monitoring cash flows and ensuring compliance with RBA and CMA regulations and internal controls. The position is open until 04/11/2026.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) to the required accuracy and standard.
• Manage general ledger functions, post and review journal entries, and investigate and resolve account discrepancies.
• Prepare cash balancing, vault and teller reconciliations, cash difference reports, transaction reversals and exception monitoring within the approved segregation of duties framework.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, prepare audit files and support tax compliance.
• Assist the Head of Operations with financial forecasting, budget variance analysis and departmental budget monitoring.
• Evaluate and improve accounting procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Ensure adherence to IFRS, SASRA requirements and the Society's accounting policies.
• Prepare periodic management reports and reconciliation schedules for senior management and the board.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a business field, specialising in Accounting or Finance, from a recognised university.
• CPA(K) certification.
• At least two years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a microfinance institution or regulated financial environment.
• Knowledge of IFRS and financial statement preparation, including month-end and year-end closing.
• Strong analytical thinking, numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Supervisory and mentoring skills, and effective written and verbal communication.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of ERP or accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks or equivalent.

To apply, candidates use the application link on the listing page.