Account Assistant, VisionFund Kenya

Key Responsibilities 

Payment Processing 

Process bank & M-Pesa payments, including business floats, statutory payments, invoices, and staff wages accurately.

Verify supplier invoices, ETR receipts, and LPOs.

Payroll Administration 

Review payroll adjustments and reports.

Process payroll transactions and post monthly payroll journals.

Cash Flow Management 

Monitor daily bank balances and maintain cash flow reports.

Manage short-term cash requirements and inter-bank transfers.

Bank Reconciliation 

Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations.

Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate accounting records.

General Ledger & Month-End Close 

Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts.

Post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.

Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

Prepare and post end-of-month journals.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Prepare statutory tax returns/payments (VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, excise duty).

Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Reporting Support 

Prepare funded project reports and monitor budgets.

Generate management reports.

Ensure proper safe custody management.

Any other Duties assigned or delegated 

And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

Ideal Candidate Profile

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Section 3

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Administration, Accounting or Finance

Key Competencies:

Technical Skills:

Basic knowledge of accounting principles

Familiarity with accounting software and MS Excel

Understanding of tax, payroll, and statutory compliance concepts

Exposure to bank reconciliation & financial reporting

Soft Skills:

Attention to detail and willingness to learn

Analytical and problem-solving mindset

Time management and ability to support deadlines (improve TAT)

Integrity and professionalism

Good communication and teamwork