Accounts Assistant
Chartered Engineering
Nairobi, Kenya
Contract
Accounting / Auditing, Finance, Budget, Economics, Public Finance, Financial Services
Accounting / Auditing, Finance, Budget, Economics, Public Finance, Financial Services
Published March 10, 2026
Apply by March 16, 2026
Salary:
KES 50,000+
per monthly
Job Description
Seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant in Nairobi to manage payables/receivables, journal entries, reconciliations, cash‑flow reporting, and support audits for a construction‑focused engineering firm’s financial team.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle and process all aspects of payables and receivables.
- Daily posting of cash suppliers’ invoices and receipts in the accounting system.
- Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
- Assist in monthly reconciliations of various accounts.
- Compile monthly reports and cash‑flow statements.
- Make and track payments; make bank deposits and keep records.
- Track expenses related to specific projects.
- Validate invoices against items or services received.
- Check all financial transactions for accuracy and key data into the company accounting system.
- Assist in quarterly stock‑take exercises.
- Support the annual auditing exercise by providing required documents.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Accountant.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in a medium‑sized organization, preferably in construction.
- CPA – K certification and membership of ICPAK.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- High level of computer literacy and report‑writing skills.
- Working knowledge of the KRA iTax system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of SAGE software (added advantage).
- Experience with financial processes in the construction sector.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are required to send their resume and cover letter to hr@charteredengineering.com by 16th March 2026.
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Job Summary
| Company: | Chartered Engineering |
| Location: | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Type: | Contract |
| Industry: | Accounting / Auditing, Finance, Budget, Economics, Public Finance, Financial Services |
| Posted: | 03/10/2026 |
| Deadline: | 03/16/2026 |