Startup Lions Line Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Responsibilities

Financial Recording & Transaction Management


  • Record daily financial transactions in line with approved accounting standards.

  • Process invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and petty cash transactions.

  • Ensure all transactions are supported by complete and accurate documentation.

  • Maintain up-to-date ledgers and journals, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
    Banking & Reconciliation


  • Prepare monthly bank, cash, and mobile money reconciliations.

  • Track and reconcile advances and supplier accounts.

  • Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of reconciliation variances.

    Budgeting & Cost Control


  • Support the preparation of departmental and project budgets.

  • Track expenditure against budget lines and flag variances early.

  • Provide cost analyses to guide procurement and operational decisions.

  • Enforce financial controls to prevent overspending or misallocations.

    Payroll & Statutory Compliance


  • Assist with payroll processing and ensure timely payment of salaries.

  • Prepare and remit statutory deductions, including PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, and AHL.

  • Maintain updated payroll files, staff benefits, and deduction schedules.

    Financial Reporting & Audit Support


  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.

  • Support internal and external audits by providing complete and verifiable financial documentation.

  • Ensure reports meet donor, partner, and regulatory requirements.

    Asset & Inventory Coordination


  • Maintain updated asset registers and support periodic asset verification.

  • Collaborate with procurement and store teams to track inventory movement
    and valuation.

    Systems & Compliance


  • Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and donor financial requirements.

  • Maintain a high level of accuracy, transparency, and integrity in financial processes.

  • Use the Odoo ERP system for financial entries, reconciliation, and reporting (training can be provided).

    Minimum Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.

  • CPA Section 2/3 and above. CPA(K) will be an added advantage.

  • At least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience with community development projects in rural Kenya, preferably in NGOs or donor-funded projects.

  • Proven experience with reconciliations, reporting, and financial controls.

  • Proficiency in accounting software; knowledge of Odoo ERP is an added advantage.

    How to apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Startup Lions Line Accountant Jobs in Kenya

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