Job
Entry Level Accountant
- Organization: Brighter Monday
- Location: Kenya
- Category: Full-time
About this opportunity
Educational Qualification
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree mandatory
• CPA qualification or pursuing CPA will be an added advantage
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and file statutory returns accurately and within deadlines
• Record day-to-day accounting transactions in the accounting system
• Post bills, invoices, receipts, payments, and journal entries
• Perform bank reconciliations regularly
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Support senior accountants with financial reporting and audits
Required Skills & Experience
• Basic experience in accounting and bookkeeping activities
• Good understanding of double-entry accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks
• Familiarity with statutory compliance and return filing
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good analytical and numerical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office
• Good communication and organizational skills
Preferred Candidate Profile
• 0-2 years of accounting experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and grow in the accounting field
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree mandatory
• CPA qualification or pursuing CPA will be an added advantage
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and file statutory returns accurately and within deadlines
• Record day-to-day accounting transactions in the accounting system
• Post bills, invoices, receipts, payments, and journal entries
• Perform bank reconciliations regularly
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Support senior accountants with financial reporting and audits
Required Skills & Experience
• Basic experience in accounting and bookkeeping activities
• Good understanding of double-entry accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks
• Familiarity with statutory compliance and return filing
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good analytical and numerical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office
• Good communication and organizational skills
Preferred Candidate Profile
• 0-2 years of accounting experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and grow in the accounting field
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