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Assistant Accountant

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , Diploma

Experience

4 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Finance / Accounting / Audit

JOB ROLE SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support finance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role will focus on transaction processing, supplier accounts, cost tracking, and financial controls, while working closely with procurement, stores, and operations teams to ensure accuracy and accountability across the business.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations by ensuring all transactions are properly captured, posted, and reviewed, with timely resolution of any discrepancies.

Maintain proper financial records and documentation in line with internal controls

Support accounts payable and receivable functions

Process supplier invoices and payments in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with internal approval processes and maintaining effective coordination with suppliers and internal teams.

Perform three-way matching of invoices, Goods Received Notes (GRNs), and purchase orders to confirm accuracy and alignment with actual deliveries before payment processing.

Support cost control and financial reporting by capturing and tracking material and operational costs, and providing accurate data for monthly reporting and analysis.

Support finance team in cost allocation and reporting within the manufacturing process

Perform supplier account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and schedules

Maintain organized financial records and support audit and compliance requirements within the finance function.

Ensure adherence to financial policies and statutory requirements

Support internal and external audit processes

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPEREINCE

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

4 years’ experience in accounts/finance within a manufacturing or industrial setup

Strong understanding of: Accounts payable/receivable & Supplier reconciliations

Basic costing principles

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, QuickBooks or similar)

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong coordination skills with suppliers and internal departments

Check how your CV aligns with this job

• Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations by ensuring all transactions are properly captured, posted, and reviewed, with timely resolution of any discrepancies.
• Maintain proper financial records and documentation in line with internal controls
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions
• Process supplier invoices and payments in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with internal approval processes and maintaining effective coordination with suppliers and internal teams.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, Goods Received Notes (GRNs), and purchase orders to confirm accuracy and alignment with actual deliveries before payment processing.
• Support cost control and financial reporting by capturing and tracking material and operational costs, and providing accurate data for monthly reporting and analysis.
• Support finance team in cost allocation and reporting within the manufacturing process
• Perform supplier account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and schedules
• Maintain organized financial records and support audit and compliance requirements within the finance function.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and statutory requirements
• Support internal and external audit processes

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong coordination skills with suppliers and internal departments

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, QuickBooks or similar)