Assistant Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• At least CPA Part II (or equivalent ACCA/ACA progress).
  
• Minimum 2–3 years’ relevant accounting experience in a busy finance environment.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and Kenyan tax laws.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, QuickBooks) is an added advantage.
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliations.
  
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team.
  

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, verify supporting documents, and prepare payment requests.
  
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with vendors.
  
• Record receipts and ensure accurate allocation to customer accounts
  

Cash & Treasury Management

• Manage petty cash transactions and ensure proper documentation.
  
• Prepare daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
  
• Monitor cash flows across accounts and provide regular updates to senior accountants.
  
• Prepare cash and cheque deposits, liaise with banks on routine transactions.
  

Financial Reporting Support

• Support in the preparation of monthly reconciliations.
  
• Compile schedules related to expenditure tracking and reporting.
  
• Assist in year-end closing and preparation of statutory accounts.
  

Audit & Internal Controls

• Provide supporting documentation for external and internal audits.
  
• Participate in internal control checks and ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
• Assist in implementing audit recommendations.
  

Stock & Asset Management

• Participate in physical stock counts and prepare reconciliation reports.
  

General Administration

• Ensure accurate filing of all expenditure documents.
  
• Support finance team members in ad-hoc assignments as required.