Accountant at Nyota Njema Real Estate

Job Purpose:

Maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely reconciliations and statutory tax compliance, and provide reliable financial information to support business decisions.

Main responsibilities:

• Participating in daily transactions (e.g. accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliations).
• Preparing budget reports.
• Ensuring petty Cash Reconciliations and Supplier Statements Reconciliations.
• To manage all the assets and maintain an asset register that is managed and updated.
• To review vouchers including Petty Cash Vouchers before payments are made.
• Participate in regular tax audits and General Audits 
• Prepare budgeting reports and forecast revenues
• Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records
• Ensure Compliance with the law.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA (K) qualification or equivalent (CPA Sections 1–3 minimum).
• Diploma in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Strong understanding of Kenyan tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax) and general accounting principles.
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting standards, and statutory compliance.
• Proven experience preparing reconciliations, management accounts, and statutory filings.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero) and advanced MS Excel skills, particularly in managing spreadsheets.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and reconciliation skills with high accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize work effectively.
• Competence in data management, financial analysis, and report preparation.
• Team management and collaboration skills.

Personal Attributes:

• High integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-motivated.
• Reliable, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.