Junior Accountant supporting the maintenance of accurate financial records across multiple companies, requiring a degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance with CPA/ACCA studies and 2-3 years relevant accounting experience, in a multi-company business environment, on-site role in Nairobi.
About the Role
- We
are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented and highly organized Junior
Accountant to join our team in Nairobi.
- The
Junior Accountant will support the maintenance of accurate financial
records across multiple companies and accounts, including transaction
recording, bank and M-PESA reconciliations, accounts payable and
receivable, inventory reconciliation, expense management, statutory
compliance and financial documentation.
- The
position is suitable for an early-career accounting professional with a
solid accounting foundation who is interested in developing practical
experience in a structured, multi-company and inventory-based business
environment.
- We
use an integrated ERP system to manage our accounting, inventory and
operational activities. Previous experience working with accounting or ERP
software is an advantage, but training will be provided on our systems and
processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting
& Reconciliation
- Record
and review daily financial transactions accurately in our ERP system.
- Perform
bank, M-PESA, cash and other account reconciliations.
- Maintain
accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
- Record
and reconcile intercompany transactions and internal fund transfers.
- Ensure
transactions have appropriate receipts, invoices and supporting
documentation.
- Review
expense documentation and correctly categorize transactions.
- Investigate
unreconciled, unmatched or incorrectly recorded transactions.
- Support
monthly accounting close and reconciliation activities.
- Support
the preparation of accounting and management reports.
Inventory
Accounting & Control
- Maintain
accurate inventory-related accounting records within the ERP system.
- Reconcile
inventory records between the ERP system, supporting documents and
physical stock counts.
- Participate
in periodic physical inventory counts and stock verification exercises.
- Review
inventory receipts, transfers, consumption and adjustments to ensure
transactions are properly recorded and supported.
- Identify
and investigate discrepancies between physical inventory and system
records.
- Assist
with inventory valuation and ensure inventory-related transactions are
correctly reflected in the accounts.
- Monitor
inventory adjustments, damaged stock, write-offs and other inventory
movements requiring accounting review.
- Work
with operations and inventory staff to resolve stock discrepancies and
improve inventory record accuracy.
- Escalate
significant or recurring inventory variances to management.
Tax &
Statutory Compliance
- Assist
with VAT, PAYE and other statutory accounting and tax requirements.
- Stay
informed of changes to Kenyan tax laws, regulations, statutory
requirements and other tax-related developments relevant to the company’s
operations.
- Proactively
communicate relevant regulatory changes, deadlines and potential
implications to management.
- Maintain
appropriate records and supporting documentation for statutory filings and
compliance requirements.
Systems,
Controls & Documentation
- Maintain
organized digital accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Maintain
assigned accounting tasks and timesheets in our ERP system.
- Follow
established accounting procedures, internal controls and approval
processes.
- Identify
and escalate accounting discrepancies or unusual transactions.
- Support
external accountants and auditors when required.
- Perform
other accounting and administrative duties as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
Candidates
should have:
- A
degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business
Administration or a related field.
- CPA
qualification, current CPA studies, ACCA qualification/current ACCA
studies, or an equivalent recognized professional accounting
qualification.
- 2-3
years of relevant accounting experience.
- Sound
understanding of double-entry accounting and general ledger principles.
- Good
understanding of bank and account reconciliation.
- Knowledge
of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Understanding
of inventory accounting and stock reconciliation.
- Familiarity
with Kenyan statutory accounting and tax requirements.
- Good
Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills.
- Experience
using accounting software or an ERP system is an advantage.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal
candidate should be:
- Detail-oriented
and accurate when working with financial and inventory information.
- Organized
and disciplined in maintaining records and supporting documentation.
- Comfortable
working with multiple accounts, companies and inventory records.
- Able
to investigate discrepancies and follow transactions through to
resolution.
- Comfortable
learning and working with accounting and ERP software.
- Proactive
in monitoring accounting, tax and statutory developments.
- Willing
to work collaboratively with operations and inventory teams.
- Reliable
in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Willing
to ask questions and escalate issues when necessary.
- Able
to follow accounting procedures and internal controls consistently.
- Honest,
responsible and professional when handling financial information.
