JOB TITLE

 

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

REAL ESTATE

SALARY

KSHS.60,000-70,000

JOB LOCATION

NAIROBI

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management and Reporting

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and company policies
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accurate ledger management and timely financial data entry
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
  • Conduct variance analysis and report findings to management

Budgeting and Forecasting

  • Assist in preparing the company’s annual budget and forecasts
  • Monitor budget performance and provide regular updates to department heads
  • Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions

Compliance and Audit

  • Ensure compliance with tax laws, statutory regulations, and internal policies
  • Prepare and file statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, etc.)
  • Coordinate internal and external audits and prepare audit schedules and reports

Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Supervise AP and AR functions, ensuring timely billing, collections, and payments
  • Review supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Monitor customer account balances and manage credit control processes

Payroll and Staff Costs

  • Oversee payroll processing and ensure statutory deductions and remittances are accurately handled
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and maintain related records

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Support junior accounting staff through training and supervision
  • Collaborate with other departments to improve financial procedures and controls

 

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, Must be a CPA K finalist
  • Minimum 5-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a busy real estate
  • Proven experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems
  • Excellent knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and regulatory frameworks
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.