Accountant

•  Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accounting systems
•  Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis
•  Review and post journal entries and adjustments
•  Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
•  Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements

•  Verify supplier invoices for accuracy and approval
•  Process payments in line with approved budgets and policies
•  Monitor customer accounts, rent, service charge, and utility billing
•  Reconcile tenant, client, and supplier statements

•  Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations
•  Monitor bank balances and cash positions
•  Follow up on unreconciled items and banking discrepancies

Budgeting & Cost Control

•  Assist in preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
•  Track expenditure against approved budgets
•  Highlight cost overruns and recommend corrective actions
•  Support cost-saving initiatives

•  Prepare and submit tax returns and statutory deductions
•  Ensure timely remittance of PAYE, VAT, NSSF, NHIF, and other statutory obligations
•  Maintain statutory records and schedules
•  Support tax audits and compliance reviews

•  Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
•  Assist internal and external auditors during audits
•  Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures
•  Identify and report control weaknesses or risks

•  Assist in payroll preparation and reconciliations
• Verify payroll inputs, allowances, and deductions
•  Maintain payroll records and confidentiality

•  Maintain proper filing of financial documents (physical and electronic)
•  Ensure safe custody and retrieval of accounting records
•  Comply with document retention policies

•  Assist in improving accounting systems and processes
•  Support implementation of accounting software and upgrades
•  Recommend efficiencies and automation where applicable

•  Liaise with suppliers, clients, banks, auditors, and consultants
•  Respond to finance-related queries from management and staff
•  Support cross-departmental financial coordination

•  Provide financial data to support management decision-making
•  Assist in preparing financial presentations and reports
•  Perform any other finance-related duties as assigned by management

•  Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business studies or related field
•  CPA (K) qualification or at least CPA Part II
•  Minimum of 2–3 years relevant accounting experience
•  Experience with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, SAP)

•  High level of accuracy and attention to detail
•  Strong numerical and analytical skills
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, reconciliations, pivot tables)
•  Competence in using accounting systems and ERP software
•  Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports
•  Good understanding of basic taxation and statutory compliance
•  Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
•  Strong time management and organizational skills
•  High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
•  Accountability and a strong sense of responsibility
•  Good written and verbal communication skills
•  Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
•  Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
•  Willingness to learn and adapt to changing regulations and systems