Accounts Assistant

About the role

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support our finance team in Nairobi. The role involves handling day‑to‑day accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with financial reporting for a growth‑focused lending entity.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure accurate ledger maintenance.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and update management information system (MIS) reports and accounting software records.
• Support the finance team with data analysis, tracker management and ad‑hoc reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.

Required profile

• Minimum CPA Part II qualification and a Diploma in Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience, preferably within a growth‑focused lending institution.
• High ethical standards, integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MIS and accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel) and Google Sheets skills.
• Data analytics and tracker management capabilities.