Finance & Administration Assistant – Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, a reputable organization operating across multiple African markets, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Finance & Administration Assistant to join their team on a 5 month maternity cover.

The successful candidate will support the finance function through efficient management of accounts payable, financial reporting, reconciliations, and administrative processes while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Reconcile supplier statements and respond to vendor queries.

Prepare and process local and foreign currency payments.

Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and currencies.

Manage and reconcile corporate credit card transactions.

Review and process employee expense claims.

Key Qualifications

CPA(K), ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.

Relevant experience, including at least two (2) years in a similar finance role.

Strong understanding of corporate accounting principles and financial reporting.

Working knowledge of IFRS and statutory compliance requirements.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Experience using accounting and expense management systems is an added advantage.

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