The Accountant manages daily financial operations, payroll, inventory, and statutory compliance, requiring an Accounting/Finance Bachelor’s, CPA(K), 5+ years accounting experience, and Power BI skills. Full-time in Kenya.
Reporting to: Finance and Administration
Manager
Job Overview
Our client is an established
provider of integrated pest management solutions, committed to delivering
reliable, professional, and environmentally conscious pest control services.
The company serves clients across different sectors, focusing on customer satisfaction,
ethical business practices, and effective pest management solutions. The
company is seeking a hands-on and solution-oriented Accountant to support its
financial and operational functions.
The Accountant will be
responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the
organisation, with a strong focus on accounts
payable, accounts receivable, inventory, payroll, statutory compliance,
reconciliations, billing, collections, and financial controls.
The successful candidate will
work closely with Management and other departments to ensure accurate financial
records, timely payments and collections, proper inventory controls, and
efficient financial processes. The role requires a solution-oriented
professional who can identify financial and operational
challenges and recommend practical solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts
Payable & Supplier Management
Manage
supplier invoices and ensure accurate and timely processing of payments.
Verify
supplier invoices against purchase requests, delivery notes, quotations,
contracts and other approved supporting documents.
Maintain
accurate supplier records and conduct regular supplier account reconciliations.
Ensure
approved supplier payments are processed within agreed timelines.
Follow up
on outstanding supplier documentation and resolve payment discrepancies.
Support
supplier negotiations and identify opportunities for cost savings where
appropriate.
Accounts
Receivable, Billing & Collections
Prepare
accurate client quotations for services, including pest management,
consultancy, training, audits and other related services, as applicable.
Prepare
and issue invoices based on approved quotations, contracts, LPOs and services
rendered.
Ensure
all services delivered are accurately billed and invoiced on time.
Maintain
an updated accounts receivable schedule.
Monitor
outstanding balances and proactively follow up with clients to ensure timely
collections.
Resolve
billing queries in collaboration with relevant departments.
Prepare
regular debtor ageing and collection reports for Management.
Financial
Reporting & Reconciliations
Maintain
accurate, complete and up-to-date accounting records.
Prepare
monthly financial reports and management accounts.
Conduct
timely bank, supplier, customer and other relevant reconciliations.
Monitor
revenue, expenses, cash flow and overall financial performance.
Provide
Management with relevant financial analysis and insights to support informed
decision-making.
Maintain
proper financial documentation and audit trails for all transactions.
Support
internal and external audits as required.
Payroll
& Statutory Compliance
Process
monthly payroll accurately and within the stipulated timelines.
Ensure
accurate computation, deduction and remittance of statutory contributions and
taxes.
Prepare
and submit statutory returns, including PAYE, NSSF, SHA, Affordable Housing
Levy, NITA and VAT, where applicable.
Maintain
a statutory compliance calendar and ensure all filings and payments are
completed on time.
Maintain
accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
Liaise
with relevant statutory bodies, auditors and tax advisers as required.
Inventory
& Stock Control
Maintain
accurate accounting records for operational stock, including chemicals, pest
management products, laboratory consumables, reagents, PPE, stationery and
other supplies.
Verify
stock received against supplier documentation and approved purchase requests.
Support
regular stock-taking, stock reconciliations and investigations into inventory
variances.
Monitor
stock usage, wastage, expiry dates and unusual consumption patterns.
Maintain
accurate inventory records and prepare periodic stock reports.
Work
closely with Stores, Procurement, Operations and other relevant teams to
strengthen inventory controls and accountability.
Cost
Control & Operational Finance
Monitor
operating expenses and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Review
purchase requests to ensure they are adequately supported and approved.
Manage
petty cash, operational advances, fuel expenses and other business-related
expenditures.
Reconcile
travel, fieldwork and operational expenses, ensuring all transactions are
supported by appropriate documentation.
Monitor
transport and operational costs and ensure accurate recording in the accounting
system.
Identify
financial and operational challenges and recommend practical solutions to
improve efficiency.
Asset
& Contract Management
Maintain
an updated fixed asset register covering laboratory equipment, office assets,
tools, vehicles and other company assets, as applicable.
Ensure
newly acquired assets are properly recorded, classified and tagged.
Maintain
records of client contracts, supplier agreements, subscriptions, licences and
renewals.
Monitor
contract expiry dates, pricing, payment terms and other financial obligations.
Highlight
potential financial and contractual risks to Management in good time.
Internal
Controls & Business Support
Ensure
effective financial controls, approval procedures, documentation and filing
systems are maintained.
Work
collaboratively with Operations, Laboratory, Consultancy, Stores, Procurement
and Client Service teams to support efficient business operations.
Provide
Management with timely and accurate financial information to facilitate
planning and decision-making.
Identify
gaps in existing financial processes and recommend practical improvements.
Promote
financial discipline, accountability and cost awareness across the
organisation.
Key Qualifications & Experience
CPA(K)
qualification is required.
Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
Proven
experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and
inventory accounting.
Strong
understanding of Kenyan statutory compliance requirements, taxation and payroll
deductions.
Proficiency
in Power BI will be an added
advantage.
Demonstrated
experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, billing, collections and
cash flow management.
Experience
working in pest management, laboratory services, healthcare, consultancy,
manufacturing or another operationally intensive environment will be an added
advantage.
Key Competencies
Solution-oriented,
proactive and results-driven approach to work.
Strong
analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
High
level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent
organisational and time-management skills.
Strong
communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability
to work independently, take initiative and meet strict deadlines.
Strong
understanding of financial controls and accountability.
Ability
to collaborate effectively with different departments.
High
levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge
and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV,
quoting only the job title in the email subject (Accountant),
to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 10th November
2026.
