Project Accountant Job in Kenya - MSEA

REF: MSEA/9/03/2026

Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities entail: –

  • Developing and implementing accounting and administrative control procedures for all transactions executed only upon proper authorization.
  • Maintaining proper accounting and administrative records for all the project activities to ensure smooth and timely retrieval of records.
  • Consolidating and reporting on the financial status and performance of all the activities, monthly, quarterly, and annually as provided for in the approved operation manual.
  • Maintaining proper records and accurate books of accounts to reflect PIU’s operation and financial conditions
  • Submitting and follow up of Withdrawal Applications (WA) with the National Treasury through the parent ministry
  • Ensuring monthly bank reconciliations are accompanied by a copy of the bank statement.

  • Ensuring timely processing of all approved payments.
  • Maintaining cash books for daily posting and balancing.
  • Generating all Financial reports including Quarterly IFR for the project funding using the Management Information System in place.
  • Preparing and submitting Financial Statement to the relevant authorities.
  • Ensuring timely remittance of statutory deductions.
  • Performing any other duty as may be assigned

Qualifications

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option), Business Management (Accounting or Finance option) or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
  • Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination
  • Proficiency in the usage of recognized computer accounting software and common office applications

How to Apply

Applications should be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the Chief Executive Officer, clearly stating the position and reference number on both the cover letter and the envelope, together with a detailed CV, certified copies of academic certificates, copy of National Identity Card (ID), Names and Telephone Contacts of three referees so as to reach MSEA by 17th April, 2026, 5.00 pm (East African Time) addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA)
Utalii House 10th Floor, Left wing
P.O. Box 48823 – 00100
NAIROBI

Applicants to note; –

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to present the following documents during interviews;

  • Original National Identity Card (ID)
  • Original Academic and professional Certificates and Transcripts
  • Any other testimonials