Assistant Accountant

CIC Insurance Group is a leading insurance and financial services organisation with more than five decades of experience helping individuals, families, and organizations achieve financial security.

We have grown into a dynamic Group offering life, general, micro insurance, asset management, and investment solutions, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Malawi, and are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.

Our tagline, “We Keep Our Word,” reflects our unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering on our promises to our clients, partners, and communities.

CIC Group is passionate about innovation, digital transformation, and inclusive insurance solutions that meet the evolving needs of cooperatives, SMEs, corporates, and individuals. By joining us, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial protection across Africa.

About the Role

This role provides essential support to the organization’s financial operations, reporting, and compliance functions. The position is primarily responsible for assisting with month-end processes, reconciliations, and day-to-day transactional accounting activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance to internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist to prepare and circulate weekly cash flow forecasts to assist in managing the company’s liquidity needs.
2. Process end month journal vouchers in a timely and accurate manner to support accurate financial reporting.
3. Support the preparation of investments related financial reports for the group and collective investment funds.
4. Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements including schedules and disclosures.
5. Monitor and reconcile expense and investment ledgers regularly to identify, Investigate, and resolve discrepancies, and ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information.
6. Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements in all accounting processes
7. Support internal and external audits by providing accurate schedules and documentation for Unit Trust funds and CIC Asset management, addressing audit queries promptly.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Progress in CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification required.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong problem -solving, collaborative and communication abilities.
• Self-starter: Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision