Entry Level

Accounts Assistant

VisionFund Kenya

Nairobi

Overview

Posted 5 hours ago
Experience: Not Specified
Min. Education level: Bachelor's Degree
Specialism: Accounting, Commerce or Finance / Business Administration
Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026

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Vacancy Description

Entry Level
Nairobi
Posted 5 hours ago
Closes: August 27, 2026

VisionFund Kenya is a dynamic financial services company and a key investment of World Vision Kenya, committed to fostering sustainable financial inclusion. Learn more at www.visionfundkenya.co.ke.

The Accounts Assistant supports the Finance function within the VisionFund Kenya Office. Reporting to the Financial accountant the individual supports the finance team in strengthening internal controls, maintaining proper documentation, and improving efficiency in financial operations.

The intern assists in ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions in compliance with VisionFund Kenya policies and applicable financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Payment Processing

Process bank & M-Pesa payments, including business floats, statutory payments, invoices, and staff wages accurately.
Verify supplier invoices, ETR receipts, and LPOs.

2. Payroll Administration

Review payroll adjustments and reports.
Process payroll transactions and post monthly payroll journals.

3. Cash Flow Management

Monitor daily bank balances and maintain cash flow reports.
Manage short-term cash requirements and inter-bank transfers.

4. Bank Reconciliation

Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate accounting records.

5. General Ledger & Month-End Close

Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts.
Post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
Prepare and post end-of-month journals.

6. Tax & Statutory Compliance

Prepare statutory tax returns/payments (VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, excise duty).
Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations.

7. Reporting Support

Prepare funded project reports and monitor budgets.
Generate management reports.
Ensure proper safe custody management.

8 Any other Duties assigned or delegated

And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

Ideal Candidate Profile

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Section 3
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Administration, Accounting or Finance

Key Competencies:

Technical Skills:

Basic knowledge of accounting principles
Familiarity with accounting software and MS Excel
Understanding of tax, payroll, and statutory compliance concepts
Exposure to bank reconciliation & financial reporting

Soft Skills:

Attention to detail and willingness to learn
Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Time management and ability to support deadlines (improve TAT)
Integrity and professionalism
Good communication and teamwork

Accounts Assistant

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