Accountant

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing accounts receivable, following up on outstanding payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. Strong experience in debt collection and client account management is essential.

Position Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing daily financial reporting, managing receivables, supporting collections, analyzing business costs, advising on business models, and ensuring full compliance with statutory obligations. This is a key role for ensuring financial health, improving cash flow, and supporting organization’s growth with solid financial insights

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Finance Operations

• Prepare and submit daily financial reports, including sales summaries and cash flow updates.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions.
• Reconcile client accounts and ensure accuracy in billing and payment records.
• Maintain detailed records of all client communications and transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing or payment issues.
• Assist with general accounting duties including data entry, journal postings, and ledger updates.
• Track and reconcile bank, mobile money, and cash accounts.

Debtors Management & Collections

• Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices
• Conduct effective debt collection follow-ups through phone calls, emails, and client visits.
• Prepare and share regular aging reports, highlighting overdue accounts.
• Maintain an updated debtor ledger and manage credit control.
• Follow up on collections and coordinate with sales team to reduce overdue accounts.
• Implement effective debtor management systems to improve cash collection cycle.

Financial Analysis & Advisory

Perform monthly financial performance analysis with insights on revenue, margins, costs, and profitability.
Assist management in reviewing and improving the business model and pricing strategies.
Provide ongoing cost-benefit analysis of products and operational spending.
Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls development.
Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes

Statutory Compliance & Accounting Duties

• Handle all monthly tax filings, including VAT, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, and other relevant statutory payments.
• Prepare financial statements and coordinate annual audits.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan accounting and tax regulations.

General Accounting Support

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Maintain organized documentation and support due diligence processes.
• Support in administrative duties

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting option) or a related field.
• CPA Part II qualification (CPA finalist preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting, with a strong focus on receivables and collections.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Driving license will be an added advantage