Accounts Assistant

Join One of Kenya's Fast-Growing Property and Business Groups

• Homes Universal Group is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation with interests in real estate development, property and facility management, construction, security services, events management, property marketing and related business solutions.
• As we continue to expand our operations across Kenya, we are seeking a highly motivated, analytical and results-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to build a long-term career within a diversified and growing organisation that values excellence, integrity, innovation and continuous professional development.
• Successful candidates will enjoy exposure to multiple business sectors, mentorship from experienced professionals, opportunities for career progression and performance-based rewards.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate accounting records and financial transactions.
• Processing supplier invoices, payments and customer receipts.
• Preparing payment vouchers and journal entries.
• Performing bank reconciliations and cash reconciliations.
• Managing accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Following up outstanding debts and maintaining debtor ageing reports.
• Preparing customer, supplier and landlord statements.
• Assisting in monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Supporting budgeting and cash flow monitoring.
• Processing statutory deductions including PAYE, VAT, NSSF, SHA and other statutory obligations.
• Assisting in payroll processing and reconciliation.
• Maintaining fixed asset registers.
• Supporting audit preparations and responding to audit queries.
• Maintaining proper filing of financial documents.
• Assisting with procurement documentation and payment verification.
• Supporting project accounting for construction and property developments.
• Reconciling rent collections, service charge collections and property management accounts.
• Supporting financial reporting for exhibitions, conferences and events.
• Preparing management reports and financial dashboards.
• Ensuring compliance with company financial policies and internal controls.
• Undertaking any other finance and administrative duties assigned by management.

Minimum Education
Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related business field.
• CPA Kenya Part II minimum. CPA Finalist or fully qualified CPAK will be an added advantage.
• ACCA or equivalent professional qualification will be an added advantage.

Experience
Applicants should demonstrate:

• At least 2–5 years' relevant accounting experience.
• Experience using ERP systems such as ERPNext, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Experience in real estate, property management, construction, security services, facility management, hospitality or event management will be highly desirable.
• Experience handling multiple companies or business units will be an added advantage.
• Experience preparing financial statements and reconciliations.
• Experience dealing with external auditors and statutory compliance.
• Strong debtor management and credit control experience.

Required Skills
The successful candidate should possess:

• Excellent accounting and bookkeeping skills.
• Strong analytical and numerical ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent reconciliation skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to prioritise multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Good presentation and documentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Expertise
Applicants should demonstrate expertise in:

• Financial accounting.
• General ledger management.
• Accounts payable.
• Accounts receivable.
• Bank reconciliation.
• Cash flow management.
• Budget monitoring.
• Financial reporting.
• Trial balance preparation.
• Balance sheet reconciliation.
• Income statement preparation.
• Fixed asset accounting.
• Payroll support.
• Statutory compliance.
• Tax computations.
• Credit control and debt recovery.
• Internal controls.
• Audit support.
• ERP implementation and finance modules.
• Property accounting.
• Rent roll reconciliation.
• Service charge accounting.
• Construction project accounting.
• Event income and expenditure reconciliation.
• Inventory and stock accounting.
• Financial analysis and KPI reporting.

Desired Training and Professional Development

• Training in any of the following areas will be an added advantage:
• ERPNext Finance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Financial Modelling.
• IFRS.
• IPSAS.
• Internal Audit.
• Risk Management.
• Corporate Governance.
• Tax Planning.
• Budgeting and Forecasting.
• Data Analytics.
• Power BI.
• Business Intelligence Reporting.
• Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Customer Service Excellence.
• Debt Collection and Credit Management.
• Fraud Detection and Prevention.
• Occupational Safety and Health.
• Leadership and Supervisory Skills.

Personal Attributes
We are looking for individuals who are:

• Honest and trustworthy.
• Highly dependable.
• Self-driven and proactive.
• Positive and enthusiastic.
• Innovative and solution-oriented.
• Team players with strong leadership potential.
• Willing to learn and continuously improve.
• Professional in appearance and conduct.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunities for career progression within the Group.
• Exposure to diverse industries and large-scale projects.
• Ongoing professional training and mentorship.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders and strategic partners.
• Modern digital work environment with advanced ERP systems.
• Supportive, collaborative and growth-oriented workplace culture.
• If you are passionate about finance, committed to excellence and eager to build your career with one of Kenya's growing business groups, we invite you to submit your application and become part of our success story.