Accountant (Payroll, Accounts Payable & Inventory)

About the role

An established provider of integrated pest management solutions is looking for a hands-on Accountant in Nairobi, Kenya, to manage its day-to-day financial operations. The role reports to the Finance and Administration Manager and covers accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, statutory compliance, reconciliations, billing, collections and financial controls.

Key responsibilities

• Manage supplier invoices, verify them against purchase requests, delivery notes and contracts, reconcile supplier accounts and follow up on outstanding documentation.
• Prepare quotations and issue invoices, maintain an accounts receivable schedule, monitor outstanding balances and follow up on collections.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, prepare monthly financial reports and management accounts, and carry out bank, supplier and customer reconciliations.
• Process monthly payroll, compute and remit statutory contributions and taxes, and file statutory returns such as PAYE, NSSF, SHA, Affordable Housing Levy, NITA and VAT.
• Keep accurate records of operational stock, support stock-taking and investigate inventory variances.
• Monitor operating expenses, petty cash, travel and fieldwork costs, and review purchase requests.
• Maintain a fixed asset register and records of client contracts, supplier agreements and licences, and highlight contractual risks.
• Support internal and external audits and liaise with statutory bodies, auditors and tax advisers.

Required profile

• CPA(K) qualification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proven experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and inventory accounting.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan statutory compliance, taxation and payroll deductions.
• Experience in pest management, laboratory services, healthcare, consultancy, manufacturing or similar environments is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Financial reporting, reconciliations, billing, collections and cash flow management.
• Power BI proficiency is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, accuracy and attention to detail.

To apply, send your CV quoting the job title "Accountant" in the subject line to the recruiter before 10 November 2026.