{"id":102531,"date":"2026-07-18T04:48:17","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T04:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/financial-accountant\/"},"modified":"2026-07-18T04:48:17","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T04:48:17","slug":"financial-accountant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/financial-accountant\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Financial Accountant\", \"description\": \"JOB PURPOSE\\nAs the Financial Accountant, the role holder will provide strategic support to the Finance Manager by maintaining financial integrity through accurate and consistent transaction recording. The jobholder will manage the general ledger, support financial reporting and compliance, monitor internal controls, and engage in continuous process improvement. This role ensures sound financial judgment and contributes to business efficiency through data-driven decision-making.\\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\\nGeneral Ledger Management\\nEnsure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger\\nReconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts, and resolve discrepancies\\nMonitor salary control accounts for proper clearing as per accounting standards.\\nPrepare and post standard and adjusting journal entries.\\nContribute to month-end and year-end financial close processes.\\nOversee fixed asset recording, tracking, and depreciation accounting.\\nFinancial Reporting\\nAssist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.\\nAnalyze variances against budgets or forecasts and provide management insights.\\nGenerate accurate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.\\nEnsure compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements.\\nReconcile internal tax ledgers and resolve any discrepancies.\\nInternal Controls\\nImplement and monitor internal control policies and procedures.\\nIdentify control gaps and recommend improvements.\\nSupport internal and external audit processes by providing documentation and insights.\\nOther Responsibilities\\nMonitor financial systems to ensure accurate and timely accounting entries.\\nIdentify opportunities for process optimization and improved efficiency.\\nPartner with HR, payroll, and audit teams to resolve financial issues and enhance collaboration.\\nProvide training and support to team members on accounting systems and practices.\\nMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE\\nAND SKILLS\\nBachelor\u2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field. CPA K, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional accounting certification.\\nDemonstrated experience in financial management and accounting in a busy environment.\\nHands-on experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite.\\nFamiliarity with project management and accounting platforms.\\nSound understanding of regulatory compliance.\\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\\nAbility to support strategic decision-making with financial insights.\\nExcellent client service and relationship management capabilities.\\nStrong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.\\nAbility to multitask, prioritize competing demands, and manage time efficiently.\\nProfessional conduct and willingness to continuously learn.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-17\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Flexi-Personnel\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-02T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Flexi-Personnel<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-02<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>JOB PURPOSE<br \/>As the Financial Accountant, the role holder will provide strategic support to the Finance Manager by maintaining financial integrity through accurate and consistent transaction recording. The jobholder will manage the general ledger, support financial reporting and compliance, monitor internal controls, and engage in continuous process improvement. This role ensures sound financial judgment and contributes to business efficiency through data-driven decision-making.<br \/>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<br \/>General Ledger Management<br \/>Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger<br \/>Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts, and resolve discrepancies<br \/>Monitor salary control accounts for proper clearing as per accounting standards.<br \/>Prepare and post standard and adjusting journal entries.<br \/>Contribute to month-end and year-end financial close processes.<br \/>Oversee fixed asset recording, tracking, and depreciation accounting.<br \/>Financial Reporting<br \/>Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.<br \/>Analyze variances against budgets or forecasts and provide management insights.<br \/>Generate accurate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.<br \/>Ensure compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements.<br \/>Reconcile internal tax ledgers and resolve any discrepancies.<br \/>Internal Controls<br \/>Implement and monitor internal control policies and procedures.<br \/>Identify control gaps and recommend improvements.<br \/>Support internal and external audit processes by providing documentation and insights.<br \/>Other Responsibilities<br \/>Monitor financial systems to ensure accurate and timely accounting entries.<br \/>Identify opportunities for process optimization and improved efficiency.<br \/>Partner with HR, payroll, and audit teams to resolve financial issues and enhance collaboration.<br \/>Provide training and support to team members on accounting systems and practices.<br \/>MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE<br \/>AND SKILLS<br \/>Bachelor\u2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field. CPA K, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional accounting certification.<br \/>Demonstrated experience in financial management and accounting in a busy environment.<br \/>Hands-on experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite.<br \/>Familiarity with project management and accounting platforms.<br \/>Sound understanding of regulatory compliance.<br \/>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br \/>Ability to support strategic decision-making with financial insights.<br \/>Excellent client service and relationship management capabilities.<br \/>Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.<br \/>Ability to multitask, prioritize competing demands, and manage time efficiently.<br \/>Professional conduct and willingness to continuously learn.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified? Go to Flexi-Personnel on ats.flexi-personnel.com to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjobmag.co.ke\/apply-now\/1282533\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-08-02 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Flexi-Personnel Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-08-02 Job Description JOB PURPOSEAs the Financial Accountant, the role holder will provide strategic support to the Finance Manager by maintaining financial integrity through accurate and consistent transaction recording. 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