FINANCE/ACCOUNTS TRAINEE

Position Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Trainee will assist the finance team in accounting aspects such payables and receivables documentation and invoicing. This role provides a comprehensive introduction to the finance department and offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the person will assist with accounting functions of the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and reconcile cash and credit customers.
• Apply sound accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting and record-keeping.
• Perform timely cash and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate daily foreign currency exchange rates within accounting records.
• Verify and process intercompany invoices accurately and on time.
• Complete monthly intercompany reconciliations, ensuring zero variances.
• Support the Finance Manager (FM) and Accounting Manager (AM) with internal and external audits.
• Prepare balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation to meet audit requirements. Handle accounts receivable cycle, ensuring strict adherence to approved credit terms.
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure payments are received on time.
• Collaborate and support our sales team to ensure payment terms are maintained to ensure smooth service to our customers and on customer queries.
• Represent the company positively and professionally during collection processes.
• Ensure customer ledgers and accounts records are up to date and accurate.
• Issue and process customer credit notes.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Commerce or Business.
•  Good knowledge of finance and administrative processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle information professionally.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office) with ability to learn new software application
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Highly organized, accurate, and detail-oriented.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

·        Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

·        Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

·        A dynamic and collaborative work environment

How to Apply: send application and CV to  recruitment@centropen.co.ke , with the reference FINANCE/ACCOUNTS TRAINEE indicating current role, current salary and your expected remuneration on or before close of business on 20th November, 2026. Applications without these details will not be considered.