Accounting Assistant
- Job Type Full Time , Onsite
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma , First School Leaving Certificate , KCSE
- Experience 1 – 2 years
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
- Salary Range KSh 30,000 – KSh 50,000/month
Key responsibilities
- Prepare casual payroll schedules twice a month (1st–14th and 15th–end of month) and confirm the payments.
- Support monthly payroll checks: names, bank details, deductions, overtime and leave.
- Prepare and send client invoices, ETR/eTIMS invoices and statements of account, after they have been approved.
- Support the VAT returns: sales sheet, purchase/expense sheet, supplier records and filing acknowledgements.
- Support statutory payments and reconciliations (PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, AHL, HELB).
- Update bank and M-PESA payment confirmations and prepare the pending-balances report.
- Follow up client payments and outstanding balances.
- Support final dues by checking exit records, leave balances and payment confirmations.
- Keep petty cash, office expense records and receipts.
- Keep digital and physical accounting files complete, well named and in order.
- Follow up employee payment complaints with HR.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce; CPA Part I or above is an added advantage.
- At least 1–2 years’ experience in an accounting role.
- Working knowledge of KRA iTax, eTIMS, VAT, PAYE, NSSF, SHIF and AHL.
- Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills; QuickBooks experience is an advantage.
- Very high attention to detail. Every figure, date and client name must be correct before it leaves the office.
- Able to meet strict monthly deadlines and follow instructions exactly.
- Clear written English and professional communication with clients.
- Honest, discreet and able to handle confidential information.
What we offer
- A one-year contract with statutory benefits (NSSF, SHIF, AHL).
- Hands-on exposure to payroll, tax and client accounts in a fast-paced company.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: Karol@fides-kenya.com using the position as subject of email.
Send your CV and a short cover letter to contact@fides-kenya.com , with the subject “Accounting Assistant – [Your Name]” , Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.