ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Job summary
Receive, verify, and accurately post tenant payments into the accounting/property management system.
Job descriptions & requirements
- Receive, verify, and accurately post tenant payments into the accounting/property management system.
- Ensure all tenant payments are correctly allocated using proper account references and unit identifiers.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to tenant payments, overpayments, underpayments, and unapplied receipts.
- Maintain accurate tenant ledgers and ensure records are always up to date. Rent Collection & Arrears Management
- Support rent collection efforts through regular monitoring and follow-up on outstanding balances.
- Prepare rent arrears reports and escalate long-outstanding accounts where necessary.
- Communicate professionally with tenants regarding payment statuses and account clarifications.
- Assist in implementing rent recovery strategies and maintaining healthy collection rates.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Conduct M-PESA reconciliations and ensure all mobile money transactions are accurately captured and matched.
- Investigate reconciliation variances and support timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting procedures.
- Accurately capture and onboard new tenants into the system with complete documentation and account details.
- Process tenant exits, including account closure, final reconciliations, and system termination procedures.
- Maintain organized tenant records, lease schedules, and supporting financial documentation.
- Maintain proper accounting records and filing systems, both physical and electronic.
- Assist in preparing periodic financial reports, rent schedules, reconciliations, and management reports.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of financial information at all times.
- Interpret and explain tenant and landlord statements clearly and professionally when required.
- Respond promptly to finance-related queries from tenants, landlords, and internal teams.
- Collaborate with property managers and other departments to ensure smooth operational workflows.
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- CPA (K) qualification or progress toward completion will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in accounting or finance-related roles.
- Prior experience in a property management company or real estate environment is highly desirable.
- Experience handling rent collections, reconciliations, and tenant accounts will be a strong advantage.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
- Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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