Accountant & Admin Assistant Job (60-80K)

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Industry: FMCG,

Location: Nairobi,

Gross Salary: Kshs 60,000-80,000,

Company Description

Our client is a high-growth natural foods company based in Kenya, focused on creating products using high-quality, nutrient-rich ingredients. They are redefining the standards of packaged foods, and their products include breakfast cereals, snack bars, energy bites, crackers, burger patties and ice creams, which are stocked in retail outlets across Kenya. The brand is dedicated to helping consumers eat and live well.

Role Description

They are seeking a highly motivated Accountant & Administrative Assistant to join their team. This applicant must be an extremely organised, innovative self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-cycle processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Invoice customers daily and maintain customer statements, following up on overdue invoices.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform monthly stock reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing cost of goods sold reports, product costing, wastage tracking and variance analysis.
• Monitor and record cash movement across all bank and mobile money accounts.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including bank reconciliations and expense analysis.
• File statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, etc.) accurately and on time.
• Assist in budget preparation, cash flow forecasting and monitoring of actual vs budget performance.
• Maintain and improve internal controls around cash, inventory and financial processes.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations.
• Oversee procurement of inventory, maintain stock levels and track supplier performance.
• Coordinate with production and sales teams to ensure accurate recording of production, dispatch and deliveries.
• Manage office supplies, equipment and general administrative support.
• Maintain organised filing systems for invoices, receipts, contracts and company records.
• Support HR tasks including maintaining leave records, staff documentation, and onboarding processes.
• Coordinate internal meetings, communications, and schedules.
• Prepare weekly cash position updates and other routine management reports.
• Provide financial and operational insights to support business decision-making.
• Communicate with suppliers and customers professionally to resolve queries and improve service.
• Other general accounting, financial or administrative functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufaturing industry.
• Accounting certification (CPA, ACCA etc) is a plus.
• Proficient in accounting software, particularly Quickbooks.
• Excellent organisational, time management and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance
• Experienced in follow-through and completion of projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Resourceful, self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject (Accountant & Admin Assistant-FMCG) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke  before 23rd June 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying

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