ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE

ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

REAL ESTATE

SALARY

KSHS.60,000

JOB LOCATION

LAVINGTON

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Accounting & Reporting

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• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate books of accounts, including journals, ledgers, and trial balances.
  
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
  
• Reconcile bank statements, tenant accounts, supplier accounts, and general ledger balances.
  
• Monitor and manage cash flows to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
  

Real Estate Accounting

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• Manage rental income accounting, including invoicing, receipting, and reconciliation of tenant payments.
  
• Track and account for service charge collections and expenditures.
  
• Maintain accurate records for property-related expenses, repairs, and maintenance costs.
  
• Support property managers with financial reports related to individual properties or portfolios.
  

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

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• Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements including VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, and Corporation Tax.
  
• Prepare and file tax returns through iTax accurately and within deadlines.
  
• Ensure compliance with eTIMS requirements, including proper invoicing and reporting.
  
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities as required.
  

Budgeting & Controls

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• Assist in preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
  
• Monitor budget performance and highlight variances with recommendations.
  
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and minimize risk.
  

Systems & Process Improvement

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• Utilize accounting software efficiently for transaction processing and reporting.
  
• Maintain proper documentation and filing systems for financial records.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
  

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• CPA Part 4 (or equivalent) – mandatory.
  
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Accountant, preferably in the real estate industry.
  
• Proven experience in invoicing, iTax, and eTIMS.
  
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  
• Solid understanding of Kenyan tax laws and statutory requirements.
  
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  

HOW TO APPLY

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• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
  
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.