Travel and Expenses Accounting Associate

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a Business Process Outsourcing company in Kenya. We offer reliable data annotation, customer support, and outsourced HR services.

JOB SUMMARY

About the Role We are looking for a meticulous and organized Travel and Expenses (T&E) Accounting Associate to join our Finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing all expense reports submitted by employees, ensuring strict compliance with company policies. You will also serve as a key point of contact, guiding employees through the T&E process and facilitating seamless reimbursement workflows.  Working Conditions Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (GMT-5). Modality: On-site. Location: Nairobi, Kenya 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities Expense Processing: Process employee expense reimbursements, verifying that all submitted documentation is accurate and aligns with corporate policies. Employee Support: Provide timely support and guidance to employees regarding travel processes, reimbursement inquiries, and expense policies. Accounting Records: Prepare and submit journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation into the Intacct accounting system. System Oversight: Verify that employee approval workflows are correctly configured in the system to ensure processing efficiency and prevent delays. Process Improvement: Provide feedback and suggestions to improve current systems, seeking best practices and operational efficiencies.  Requirements & Skills Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Experience: At least six (6) months of related experience in accounting or administrative support. Language: Advanced English proficiency (C1 Level) Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Experience with Intacct or similar accounting software is a plus. Soft Skills: Strict attention to detail and high level of organizational/time management skills. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills (active listening and clear professional writing). 

REQUIRED SKILLS

Budgeting, financial planning, Accounting, Accounting IT-systems (use of), Invoicing, Travel planning and reservations (leisure, business)

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree