Accounts Receivables & Payables

Job Title: Accounts Receivables & Payables
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Finance & Accounting

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Receivables & Payables Officer to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing accounts payable and receivable functions within the FMCG Manufacturing sector, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions, reconciliations, and reporting. The candidate must be ready to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycle.
•    Prepare and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
•    Monitor customer accounts and ensure timely collections of outstanding balances.
•    Perform reconciliations for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
•    Generate periodic financial reports related to receivables and payables.
•    Liaise with internal departments, suppliers, and customers to resolve discrepancies.
•    Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
•    Support month-end and year-end closing activities as required.

Qualifications & Experience:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (BCom).
•    CPA Kenya certification is mandatory.
•    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in FMCG Manufacturing environment.
•    Proven experience handling both accounts payables and receivables.
•    Strong knowledge of accounting principles, ERP systems, and MS Excel.
•    High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
•    Must be ready to join immediately.

Skills & Competencies:
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work independently and within a team.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines