Finance Assistant Job in Nairobi, Kenya - Luxe Tribes

Luxe Tribes is recruiting a Finance Assistant position. Proficiency in financial accounting, reconciliations, and QuickBooks is required.

About the Role

  • We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join our growing finance function. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably within the travel and tourism industry, and hands-on experience with QuickBooks including participation in its implementation or migration.

  • This role requires someone who is organised, analytical, and capable of working at pace while maintaining a high level of accuracy across multiple entities and currencies.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting

  • Record daily financial transactions accurately in QuickBooks
  • Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accounting records are complete and accurate
  • Process journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities

Bank & Account Reconciliations

  • Perform timely reconciliation of all bank accounts including Mercury, Stripe, and PayPal
  • Reconcile General Ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
  • Reconcile credit card, payment gateway, and online payment transactions
  • Ensure outstanding reconciling items are resolved promptly

Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Process supplier invoices and prepare payment schedules
  • Monitor customer receipts and follow up on outstanding balances
  • Maintain accurate vendor and customer account records

QuickBooks Administration

  • Maintain and update accounting records within QuickBooks
  • Support users with QuickBooks-related queries
  • Participate in system enhancements and process improvements
  • Assist in maintaining data integrity following the QuickBooks implementation

Financial Reporting

  • Prepare routine financial reports and supporting schedules
  • Assist in preparing management reports for the Group Financial Controller

Controls & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
  • Maintain organised financial records for audit purposes
  • Assist in implementing process improvements and internal controls

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