Accountant

Accountant

Location: Nairobi
Salary: KES 35,000 – 40,000

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a competent, detail-oriented, and results-driven Accountant to oversee daily financial operations and ensure the organization maintains accurate financial records, regulatory compliance, and sound financial management practices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end accounting functions, including bookkeeping, statutory tax compliance, payroll administration, treasury management, and preparation of management reports. The role requires a proactive professional capable of working independently while supporting operational and strategic financial decision-making within a telecommunications business environment.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records in accordance with accepted accounting principles and company policies.
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping using Xero accounting software, ensuring timely posting of all financial transactions.
• Record daily transactions, including revenue recognition, expenses, accruals, prepayments, and journal adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare monthly bank, cash, supplier, and customer reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice verification, payment processing, and collections follow-up.
• Maintain proper financial documentation and organized filing systems for audit and compliance purposes.
• Monitor expense allocations and ensure correct coding of financial transactions.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and submit statutory returns, including VAT, PAYE, corporate income tax, and other applicable regulatory filings.
• Ensure timely statutory remittances and compliance with Kenya Revenue Authority requirements.
• Maintain statutory schedules and supporting documentation for tax submissions.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and advise management on compliance requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities during audits and assessments.

Payroll Administration

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within defined timelines.
• Calculate statutory deductions including PAYE, NSSF, NHIF/SHIF, and other mandatory contributions.
• Maintain payroll records, employee earnings schedules, and reconciliation reports.
• Ensure payroll compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
• Address payroll-related queries while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Monitor daily cash flow positions and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs.
• Prepare payment schedules and facilitate supplier, operational, and statutory payments.
• Manage company bank accounts, including reconciliations and transaction monitoring.
• Support execution of local and cross-border financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate cash forecasts and assist management in financial planning.
• Ensure adherence to approval controls and payment authorization procedures.

Financial Reporting & Management Accounts

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow reports.
• Analyse financial performance and highlight key variances against budgets and forecasts.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Provide financial data and reports to support management decision-making.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and oversee asset tracking and depreciation schedules.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes.

Audit, Controls & Compliance

• Maintain audit-ready financial records at all times.
• Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audit exercises.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Identify financial risks and recommend process improvements.
• Support the implementation of financial policies and compliance frameworks.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Monitor operational expenditures against approved budgets.
• Support procurement verification and financial documentation review.
• Assist management with financial analysis and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting systems and financial processes.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• CPA Part II, CPA finalist, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 2–4 years’ progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in bookkeeping, statutory compliance, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience in payroll processing and reconciliations.
• Experience handling treasury functions and payment processing.
• Practical working knowledge of Xero accounting software is required.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan tax regulations and accounting practices.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Must currently reside in Nairobi or the surrounding areas.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their CVs along with copies of relevant certificates to careers@morsanhr.co.ke.

Please indicate “Accountant – Nairobi” in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.