Senior Revenue & Receivable Accountant at Summit Recruitment & Search Africa
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Company Details
Industry:
Consulting
Description:
Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Af…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
8 Years
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
Undisclosed
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Accounting, Audit, Finance
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end billing processes for all revenue streams ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with IFRS 15.
- Conduct periodic audits to ensure accuracy of service billing and contract alignment.
- Track and reconcile deferred revenue, ensuring accurate timing of recognition and alignment with contracts.
- Manage the Accounts Receivable function, including AR aging reports, reconciliations and payment allocations.
- Lead collection efforts by preparing weekly/monthly reports, following up on overdue accounts and executing escalation protocols (notices, pre-bans, disconnections).
- Monitor customer payment behaviour and recommend/write off bad debts quarterly in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate credit risk assessments and ensure all finance-related onboarding documentation is complete.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT and WHT filings, monthly reconciliations and internal ledger updates.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and management reporting; prepare audit-ready revenue and AR documentation.
- Record and defer commissions in line with contract terms and expected revenue.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce or a related field from a reputable institution.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS; familiarity with US GAAP is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a busy finance environment, with a strong focus on billing and collections.
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel will be an added advantage.
- Leadership and project management skills will be an added advantage.
- Highly resilient and persistent, with a results-driven mindset with the ability to follow through on complex collection processes without losing momentum.
Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: Kes 190,000 – 220,000( Approx 1472USD)
Location: Karen, Kenya
Career Level: Lower Mid-Level
Job Type: Full-Time
Deadline for applications: 15/04/2026
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