Accounts Assistant

The Accounts Assistant will maintain accurate accounting records and financial transactions for Home Universal, a diversified real estate consortium with over ten subsidiaries. Primary responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, payments, and customer receipts, preparing payment vouchers and journal entries, and performing bank and cash reconciliations. The role involves managing accounts receivable and payable, following up on outstanding debts, and maintaining debtor ageing reports. Additionally, the Accounts Assistant will assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, support budgeting and cash flow monitoring, and process statutory deductions such as PAYE, VAT, NSSF, SHA, and other obligations. The position also includes assisting with payroll processing, maintaining fixed asset registers, supporting audit preparations, and ensuring compliance with company financial policies and internal controls. The role requires supporting project accounting for construction and property developments, reconciling rent collections, service charge collections, and property management accounts, and preparing management reports and financial dashboards. The Accounts Assistant will work within a dynamic team in Nairobi, Kenya, and report to the Finance Manager or Senior Accountant.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related business field; CPA Kenya (Part II minimum); CPA Finalist or fully qualified CPA(K) will be an added advantage; ACCA or equivalent professional qualification will be an added advantage; At least 2–5 years' relevant accounting experience; Experience using ERP systems such as ERPNext, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, QuickBooks or similar accounting software; Experience in real estate, property management, construction, security services, facility management, hospitality or event management will be highly desirable; Experience handling multiple companies or business units will be an added advantage; Experience preparing financial statements and reconciliations; Experience dealing with external auditors and statutory compliance; Strong debtor management and credit control experience; Excellent accounting and bookkeeping skills; Strong analytical and numerical ability; High attention to detail and accuracy; Excellent reconciliation skills; Strong organisational and planning skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism; Excellent report writing skills; Strong customer service orientation; Ability to prioritise multiple assignments and meet deadlines; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Good presentation and documentation skills; Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.