Junior accountant
Nairobi,
Kenya
Role Title: Junior Accountant
Reports To: Finance Consultant/Head of Operations
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary
eBee Mobility is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accountant to drive financial accuracy, compliance, and cost efficiency across the business. This role goes beyond reporting — you will play a key role in improving financial processes, supporting decision-making, and enabling business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Record-Keeping & Reporting:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.
Prepare financial statements, management reports, and other financial analyses to support decision-making.
Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and journal entries.
2. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management:
Process supplier invoices, verify payment requests, and ensure timely disbursement of payments.
Manage customer invoicing, follow up on outstanding payments, and ensure timely collections.
Reconcile accounts payable and receivable to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
3. Bank & Cash Management:
Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
Manage petty cash and ensure proper documentation and approval of cash disbursements.
Monitor cash flow, forecast liquidity needs, and provide recommendations to optimize cash management.
4. Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting:
Prepare and file statutory returns, including VAT, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, and corporate tax, ensuring compliance with local tax laws.
Keep up to date with changes in tax regulations and advise management on tax planning strategies.
Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure timely submission of financial reports.
5. Payroll Management:
Process payroll, ensuring accurate computation of salaries, deductions, and statutory contributions.
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
Reconcile payroll-related accounts and prepare necessary reports.
6. Audit & Internal Controls:
Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and explanations.
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent financial discrepancies.
Identify areas for process improvement and recommend strategies for enhanced financial efficiency.
7. Budgeting & Financial Planning:
Assist in budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring adherence to financial plans.
Analyze variances between actual and budgeted expenditures and provide insights for cost control.
Support management with financial forecasting and strategic financial planning.
8. Expense & Cost Management:
Review company expenses to ensure they are justified, approved, and within budget.
Work closely with different departments to optimize operational costs while maintaining efficiency.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and suggest financial best practices.
9. Collaboration & Support:
Work closely with other departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
CPA Part II (or equivalent) required; progress toward full qualification is an added advantage.
1–2 years’ hands-on accounting experience in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced spreadsheet use (Google Sheets / Excel).
Strong knowledge of Kenyan statutory and tax compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail