Job description
About the Role (Essential Function):
The assistant accountant's position is responsible for co-ordination of revenue, management and reconciliation accounting to ensure the delivery of quality and timely accounting services and reporting of all business operations. You should undertake the administration of operational matters and such tasks that may determine your office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee real estate accounting operations, cash flow management, budgeting, and monthly reporting to management.
- Ensure 100% compliance with Kenyan tax regulations and oversee audit preparations.
- Track client installment plans, reconcile property booking payments, issue statements, and manage arrears collection.
- Verify supplier invoices, process operational payments, and calculate agent/consultant commission schedules accurately.
- Perform monthly bank, client ledger, tax, and petty cash reconciliations to ensure error-free financial records.
- Maintain project cost ledgers, track land acquisition/development expenses, and monitor escrow or client accounts.
- Ensure internal financial controls, safeguard client data, preserve record confidentiality, and drive process improvements.
Requirements:
- Holder of a Bachelor's degree or a Diploma in Finance or an equivalent business-related course from a recognized institution.
- Must possess a professional qualification (CPA (K) / ACCA).
- At least three (3) years' experience in a similar role in the real estate industry.
- Thorough knowledge of Kenyan tax laws.
- Must have excellent knowledge of the accounting principles and procedures.
- Proficiency with the relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office.
- Highly developed analytical, communication and presentation skills.
- Must have high level of integrity, commitment and ethical behaviour.
- Great problem solving and decision-making skills.
Application Details:
Deadline: 15th September 2026
Location: Mukuyu Court, Thome No. 212, Off Northern Bypass Road
How to Apply: Email CV and cover letter to hr@nyotanjema.com with the subject line "Assistant Accountant - [Your Salary Expectation]". Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If you do not receive a response by 15th September, consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.