ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

Overview

We are looking for a vibrant Accounts Assistant to join our accounts team in Nairobi.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Accountant, the job holder will assist the Accountant on the following duties: -

• Handle and process all aspects of payables and receivables.
• Daily posting of cash suppliers’ invoices and receipts in the accounting system.
• Prepare journal entries and general ledger.
• Assist in monthly reconciliations of the various accounts.
• Compile monthly reports and cash flow statements.
• Make and track payments.
• Make bank deposits and keep up records.
• Track expenses as they relate to specific projects.
• Validate invoices against items or services received.
• Check all financial transactions for accuracy.
• Key data into company accounting system.
• Assist in quarterly stock take exercise.
• Assist in annual Auditing exercise by providing the required documents.
• Any other duties assigned by the Accountant.

Additional education

• CPA –K
• Member of ICPAK.

Experience

Additional experience

• 3 years’ accounting experience in medium sized organization preferably in a busy Construction company.
• Working knowledge of SAGE software will be an added advantage.

Additional skills

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of the KRA itax system.
• Problem analysis and solving skills.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Report writing skills.
• Results oriented, with proven success in exceeding targets, process oriented.
• Expected to be tolerant and have ability to cope with people of differing opinions and personalities.

Terms and conditions

Remuneration Package

• This will be negotiated during the interview.
• Applicants to state their current and expected salaries.

Qualified candidates are required to send their resume and cover letter to hr@charteredengineering.com by 16th March 2026.