ACCOUNTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, journals, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including income statements, expenditure reports, and cash flow summaries.
• Assist in preparing budgets, monitoring expenditure, and analysing financial performance against approved budgets.
• Ensure timely recording of financial transactions and support month-end and year-end closing processes.

 Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, verify supporting documents, and ensure timely payment of approved expenses.
• Manage customer invoicing, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of receipts, payments, credit notes, and other financial transactions.

Bank Reconciliation and Cash Management

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
• Monitor daily cash transactions, maintain cashbooks, and support cash flow management.
• Track company expenses and ensure payments are properly authorised and supported by relevant documentation.
• Maintain organised records of banking transactions and provide financial information to management when required.

Tax Compliance and Financial Controls

• Assist in preparing and filing applicable tax returns, including VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, and other statutory obligations, as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) requirements and statutory filing deadlines.
• Maintain proper financial documentation for audits, tax reviews, and regulatory inspections.
• Identify discrepancies, strengthen internal financial controls, and recommend improvements to accounting procedures.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Demonstrable experience in financial reporting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or an ERP system.
• Knowledge of Kenyan tax regulations, financial reporting practices, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience in digital technology, telecommunications, IT services, logistics, fleet management, or subscription-based businesses will be an added advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.