Role Objective:
A fast-growing East African hospitality company is seeking a meticulous, self-driven, and honest General Accountant. In this role, you will manage day-to-day financial operations, maintain precise records, handle accounts payable/receivable, ensure strict statutory compliance, and prepare timely monthly financial reports.
Competitive Salary:
KES 60,000 (Gross per month)
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Accurately post and process all daily journal entries, ensuring the general ledger is up-to-date.
Prepare and file all statutory returns on time, including VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, SHIF, NSSF, and the Affordable Housing Levy via the KRA iTax portal.
Perform weekly and monthly bank, supplier, and customer statement reconciliations to resolve any discrepancies.
Manage invoice processing, track client aging reports, follow up on outstanding debts, and schedule supplier payments.
Prepare the monthly payroll, ensuring accurate computations of salaries, benefits, and deductions.
Assist in the preparation of monthly balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow forecasts for management review.
Organize financial documents and files to support internal and external annual audit processes.
Perform any other duties as allocated.
Key Competencies
High level of integrity,
Sharp attention to detail,
Strong analytical skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
Job Specifications and Qualifications
Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance), Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum CPA Part 2/Intermediate Level (CPA-K or ACCA finalists highly preferred).
At least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.
Practical proficiency in accounting software and intermediate-to-advanced MS Excel.
Strong understanding of Kenyan tax laws and practical mastery of KRA iTax.