Accountant - Nanyuki at Bridge Talent Management

Job Description

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing cash and supplier payments, and ensuring full statutory and tax compliance in a high-volume, fast-paced operational environment.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong internal controls, high accuracy, and the ability to manage large transaction volumes with integrity and efficiency.

Financial Management & Petty Cash Control

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and general ledger
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Process bank and petty cash payments and perform reconciliations
• Ensure all payments are properly approved and supported
• Conduct daily reconciliations and post transactions into the accounting system
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Maintain fixed asset register
• Support month-end and year-end closing and audits

Creditors Management

• Maintain accurate creditors ledger
• Verify, post, and file supplier invoices with proper documentation
• Prepare creditors ageing reports
• Schedule and process supplier payments in line with agreed terms
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Apply and account for withholding tax (WHT) accurately

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and file VAT, PAYE, WHT, and Corporation Tax returns
• Ensure correct VAT treatment on expenses and export sales
• Reconcile tax ledger accounts and monitor statutory deadlines
• Ensure compliance with NSSF, SHA, and Housing Levy
• Support KRA audits and liaise with tax consultants
• Strong working knowledge of KRA iTax system required

Systems & Internal Controls

• Post transactions accurately in accounting software
• Maintain strong internal controls over cash and payments
• Ensure proper documentation and audit trails

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA (K) Section II or III (CPA III preferred)
• Minimum 6 years’ accounting experience
• Experience in high-volume, transaction-heavy environments
• Strong practical knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and compliance
• Experience in export agriculture is an added advantage

Skills & Attributes

• High integrity and strong attention to detail
• Excellent Excel and accounting system skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Firm but fair in enforcing financial controls
• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented