Bookkeeper maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations including transaction processing, reconciliations and cashbook management, requiring a diploma or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance, 1+ years bookkeeping experience and proficiency in accounting software and Excel, in an engineering and electrical solutions environment, on-site role in Mlolongo.
Our client is an established engineering and
electrical solutions business with operations in East Africa. The company
provides electrical products, machinery and equipment, power tools, cables,
pumps, lubricants, batteries and related engineering services. Its customers
include electrical contractors, commercial and industrial businesses,
developers and other institutional customers.
They are looking for a Bookkeeper to
maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and support the day-to-day
accounting operations of the business. The role will focus on transaction processing,
invoicing, receipts and payments, accounts payable and receivable,
reconciliations, cashbook management and financial record keeping. The ideal candidate should
be highly organized, accurate and comfortable working with a high volume of
transactions in a trading environment.
Key
Responsibilities
Daily Bookkeeping
Record
all financial transactions accurately and on a timely basis.
Maintain
the cashbook and general ledger.
Process
sales, purchases, receipts, payments and journal entries.
Ensure
all transactions are supported by appropriate documentation.
Maintain
organized physical and electronic accounting records.
Accounts Receivable
Prepare
and issue customer invoices.
Record
customer payments and receipts.
Maintain
up-to-date customer accounts.
Prepare
customer statements.
Follow up
on outstanding invoices as directed by the Finance Officer.
Investigate
and resolve customer account discrepancies.
Accounts Payable
Record
supplier invoices and payments.
Verify
invoices against supporting documentation.
Maintain
supplier accounts.
Reconcile
supplier statements.
Prepare
payment documentation for approval.
Bank & Cash Reconciliations
Maintain
daily cash and banking records.
Perform
regular bank reconciliations.
Identify
and investigate differences between accounting records and bank statements.
Ensure
all cash transactions are properly documented and recorded.
Assist
with petty-cash management and reconciliation.
Inventory & Sales Records
Record
sales and purchase transactions accurately.
Assist
with reconciliation of sales, inventory and accounting records.
Support
periodic stock counts and investigation of stock-related discrepancies.
Ensure
goods sold and purchased are properly reflected in the accounting system.
Filing & Record Keeping
Maintain
complete and orderly financial documentation.
Ensure
invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, delivery notes and other supporting
documents are properly filed.
Maintain
confidentiality of company and customer financial information.
Ensure
records can be easily retrieved for audit and management purposes.
Qualifications & Experience
Diploma
or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance or a related
field.
1+ years
of bookkeeping/accounting experience.
Experience
with accounting software or ERP systems.
Good
working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Experience
with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashbooks and bank
reconciliations.
Experience
in preferably within a trading, distribution, manufacturing or FMCG
environment.
Progress
toward CPA, ACCA or an equivalent accounting qualification
is an added advantage.
Excellent
attention to detail
Strong
numerical ability
Accurate
and systematic approach to work
Good
organization and record-keeping skills
Strong
reconciliation skills
Ability
to identify and resolve discrepancies
Good
computer and Excel skills
Integrity
and confidentiality
Ability
to meet deadlines
Good
communication skills
Ability
to work independently and support the wider finance team
How
to Apply
If you are up to the challenge and possess the
necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the
job title in the email subject (Bookkeeper-Mlolongo) to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 8th October 2026.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If
you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your
application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your
interest and thank you for applying.
Corporate Staffing Service never asks candidates to
pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the recruitment process.
