Background

Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...

Role Context

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, and maintaining compliance with statutory requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization while growing your career in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter supplier and contractor invoices into the accounting system accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Update and maintain bank book records to ensure precise financial tracking.
• Prepare and record journal entries following the company’s accounting procedures.
• Assist with processing payroll for staff and out-growers.
• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns and statutory filings in compliance with regulations.
• Organize and maintain records related to Capital Expenditure (CAPEX).
• Process payments using cheques and online banking platforms efficiently.
• Ensure all accounting and financial documents are properly filed, archived, and retrievable.
• Undertake other accounting or administrative tasks as required.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA (K) qualification – Preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy and organization.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Enter supplier and contractor invoices into the accounting system accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile supplier accounts on a monthly basis and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Update and maintain bank book records to ensure precise financial tracking.
• Prepare and record journal entries following the company’s accounting procedures.
• Assist with processing payroll for staff and out-growers.
• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns and statutory filings in compliance with regulations.
• Organize and maintain records related to Capital Expenditure (CAPEX).
• Process payments using cheques and online banking platforms efficiently.
• Ensure all accounting and financial documents are properly filed, archived, and retrievable.
• Undertake other accounting or administrative tasks as required.

• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy and organization.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA (K) qualification – Preferred