{"id":95213,"date":"2026-04-29T08:00:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/accountant-34\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T08:01:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:01:09","slug":"accountant-34","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/accountant-34\/","title":{"rendered":"Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Purpose<\/p>\n<p>\tTo support the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, preparing financial reports, and assisting in budgeting and financial analysis.<\/p>\n<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Financial Reporting &amp; Accounting<\/p>\n<p>\tPrepare and maintain accurate financial records, including journals, ledgers, and reconciliations.<br \/>\n\tAssist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.<br \/>\n\tEnsure timely and accurate posting of transactions in the accounting system.<\/p>\n<p>Accounts Payable &amp; 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