JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

JOB TITLE: JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: FUNERAL SERVICES

SALARY: KSHS.50,000

JOB LOCATION: NAIROBI

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Transaction Recording & General Ledger Maintenance

• Accurately record daily financial transactions in the accounting system, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.
• Ensure all entries are complete, properly classified, and reconciled with supporting documentation.
• Monitor the general ledger to detect discrepancies and assist in resolving them promptly.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Support

• Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payment documentation for vendors and clients.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist in following up on overdue payments.
• Assist in vendor statement reconciliations to maintain strong supplier relationships.

Bank & Cash Reconciliation

• Reconcile bank statements, petty cash, and other financial accounts on a regular basis.
• Identify discrepancies between the books and bank records and escalate issues for resolution.

Financial Reporting Assistance

• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including trial balances, income statements, and balance sheets.
• Prepare schedules and summaries to support auditors and management.
• Assist with variance analysis by comparing actual figures to budgets or forecasts.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to company policies and internal accounting controls.
• Assist in maintaining proper documentation for audits and statutory compliance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to strengthen internal control systems.

Documentation & Record Management

• Organize, maintain, and file financial documents such as invoices, receipts, and
• contracts in both physical and electronic formats.
• Ensure records are easily retrievable and maintained according to company and statutory requirements.

Administrative & Team Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Finance Department.
• Assist senior accountants or finance managers with ad hoc tasks, data entry, or reporting requests.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide accurate financial data when needed.

Process Improvement & Professional Growth

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and reduce manual errors.
• Stay updated on accounting best practices, software enhancements, and regulatory changes.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA Part I or II qualification (completed or in progress) is an advantage.
• 1+ year of relevant experience in accounting or finance
• Basic knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Tally) and Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity in financial work
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

HOW TO APPLY

• 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.