We’re looking for an early-career finance professional with strong foundations in Kenyan financial practices and a hunger to learn and grow. As a Finance Officer, you will support financial operations across our Kenyan, Ugandan, and Tanzanian entities — with primary focus on Kenya. This role blends hands-on financial operations, compliance, reporting, and learning opportunities in a high-growth, cross-border environment.
Job Responsibilities:
Financial Operations
& Bookkeeping
- Record
day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers.
- Process
payments and collections, ensuring timely disbursement and follow-ups.
- Support
bank reconciliations and flag inconsistencies for resolution.
Tax & Regulatory Compliance (Kenya)
- Prepare
and file VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, and other statutory obligations in
Kenya.
- Stay
updated on Kenyan tax regulations and support internal compliance
processes.
- Provide
support for tax filings in Uganda and Tanzania under guidance — no prior
expertise required.
Payroll &
Disbursements
- Assist
in payroll preparation and statutory deductions for Zeraki Kenya and
provide inputs for Uganda and Tanzania.
- Ensure
accuracy and completeness of payroll support documentation.
Reporting & Support
- Prepare
monthly financial reports for Kenya and assist in reporting for Uganda and
Tanzania.
- Support
cash flow tracking and receivables monitoring.
- Assist
in preparing documentation for audits and investor reports.
Learning &
Collaboration
- Work
closely with the Finance Manager and other departments to align financial
practices with operational needs.
- Participate
in structured learning sessions to build proficiency in international
finance and SaaS financial operations.
Key Performance
Indicators
- Compliance:
100% of Kenyan tax and regulatory filings submitted 3+ days before
deadlines; zero penalties.
- Timely
Reporting: Kenya financial reports submitted by the 5th of each month.
- Payment
Efficiency: 95% of disbursements and collections processed within agreed
terms.
- Receivables
Management: Maintain an average collection period below 30 days.
- Proactive
Risk Support: Identify and report at least 3 emerging financial risks per
quarter.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s
degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 1–2
years of professional experience in finance or accounting roles
(internship or entry-level).
- Proficient
in QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
- Strong
understanding of Kenyan tax laws and statutory compliance requirements.
- Solid
Excel and data handling skills.
- CPA
(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred but not
required.
You’re a Strong Fit If
You…
- Have
a meticulous eye for detail and value accuracy in your work.
- Are
organized, accountable, and eager to learn fast.
- Enjoy
solving problems and take initiative in identifying process gaps.
- Are
excited by the challenge of scaling systems and building structure in a
dynamic environment.
- Want
to grow into a senior finance role over time.
How to Apply
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