Background

City Walk is hiring a General Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards and financial regulations. The role is based in Nairobi and experience in a retail or FMCG environment is required.

They are looking for a detail-oriented and results-driven General Accountant to manage their accounts payable function, ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and full compliance with tax and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process & Verify Supplier InvoicesEnsure accurate and timely posting in the ERP with complete documentation.
• Manage Supplier Records & PaymentsMaintain supplier database, prepare payment schedules and ensure timely settlements.
• Reconcile Accounts PayableReconcile supplier statements, investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure Tax ComplianceApply and remit VAT, Withholding Tax and other taxes in line with regulations.
• Support Month-End Closing & AuditsProvide accurate schedules, reconciliations and documentation for reporting and audits.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field.
• CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent professional certification (finalists encouraged).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting, preferably in a retail or FMCG environment.
• Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and supplier reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax regulations (VAT, Withholding Tax, PAYE, eTIMS).
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis).

Key Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Knowledge of IFRS and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

• Process & Verify Supplier InvoicesEnsure accurate and timely posting in the ERP with complete documentation.
• Manage Supplier Records & PaymentsMaintain supplier database, prepare payment schedules and ensure timely settlements.
• Reconcile Accounts PayableReconcile supplier statements, investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure Tax ComplianceApply and remit VAT, Withholding Tax and other taxes in line with regulations.
• Support Month-End Closing & AuditsProvide accurate schedules, reconciliations and documentation for reporting and audits.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Knowledge of IFRS and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field.
• CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent professional certification (finalists encouraged).
• Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and supplier reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax regulations (VAT, Withholding Tax, PAYE, eTIMS).
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis).