Finance & Tax Accountant

Role Overview

This accountant will manage the financial records and reporting for an installment-based business, from monthly statements and cash monitoring to tax submissions and payment checks. The role helps keep customer collections, statutory obligations, and financial controls accurate, while providing leaders with reliable information for business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records, prepare monthly financial statements, reconcile balance sheet accounts, track cash flow, and contribute to budget preparation.
• Prepare and submit VAT, withholding tax, and income tax returns; manage eTIMS invoicing and maintain a calendar of filing deadlines.
• Reconcile M-Pesa receipts against customer accounts each day, investigate variances, and follow discrepancies through to resolution.
• Process payments and apply internal controls to routine financial transactions and collection records.
• Coordinate bank account openings and capital injections, and manage statutory renewals and related documentation.
• Develop and maintain practical finance procedures and controls that support accurate records and compliant operations.
• Work with external auditors, banks, tax advisers, and the Kenya Revenue Authority; prepare audit schedules and provide financial reports to the Head of Installment Business and Group CFO.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA(K) qualification is required.
• Three to five years of relevant accounting experience in Kenya.
• Hands-on knowledge of VAT, eTIMS invoicing, and KRA tax compliance.
• Strong capability with accounting software, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Clear analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in consumer lending, asset finance, retail, or fintech is an advantage.