Accountant & HR Officer Job Wilson Airport Hospital

Accounting/HR Jobs, Wilson Airport Hospital Jobs.

Location: Nairobi, South C; Five Star Road

Industry: Hospital

Reports to: Hospital Manager

Shifts: 26

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and versatile professional to fill the dual role of Accountant and Human Resource Officer. This individual will be responsible for managing the company’s financial records, ensuring statutory compliance, and overseeing all human resource functions. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills, a deep understanding of Kenyan labour laws, and a passion for both numbers and people.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Finance (70%)

Financial Recording & Reporting:

• Maintain full and accurate accounting records using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Pastel).
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable; manage invoicing and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage petty cash.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement).

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and report on significant variances.

Tax and Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all statutory returns including:
• VAT (Value Added Tax) to KRA via iTax.
• Corporation Tax (Income Tax).
• PAYE (Pay As You Earn) and withholding taxes.
• NSSF (National Social Security Fund) and NHIF (National Hospital Insurance Fund) deductions and remittances.
• Liaise with external auditors and facilitate the annual audit process.

Payroll Management:

• Prepare the monthly payroll, ensuring accurate calculation of salaries, overtime, bonuses, and deductions (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, pension).
• Issue payslips and manage any payroll-related queries from staff.

Human Resources (30%)

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process: drafting job descriptions, advertising vacancies, shortlisting, interviewing, and conducting background checks.
• Prepare offer letters and employment contracts.
• Facilitate the onboarding and orientation process for new hires.

HR Administration & Records Management:

• Maintain and update employee records (personal files, contracts, leave records) in strict confidence.
• Manage employee leave, attendance, and timekeeping systems.
• Prepare HR-related letters (appointment, promotion, warning, termination).

Performance and Policy Management:

• Support the performance management cycle, including appraisals and performance reviews.
• Implement and educate employees on company policies and procedures.
• Address employee grievances and provide basic counselling support in line with company policy.
• Assist in implementing set staff performance targets
• Together with the management team decide and implement the commission based on performance.
• Develop guiding departmental excel templates where applicable or as instructed by the line manager.

Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the Kenyan Employment Act, 2007 and all other relevant labour laws.
• Handle staff exits and ensure clearances and final dues are processed as per the law.
• Any other duty provided by the manager in the spirit of team work

Qualifications and Experience

Academic:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A degree with a double major or minor in HR is a strong advantage.

Professional:

• CPA K (Certified Public Accountant of Kenya) qualification is mandatory.
• Human resource management experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of proven experience in a similar dual role or in a full-charge accounting role with significant HR responsibilities.
• In-depth, practical experience using major accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Solid experience with the iTax platform and KRA procedures.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of Kenyan accounting standards and tax laws. Strong understanding of the Kenyan Labour Laws and HR best practices.
• Software Proficiency: High proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems).
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate reports.
• Integrity: Unimpeachable ethical standards and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to interact with staff at all levels.
• Organization: Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV, Cover Letter, and Academic/Professional Certificates to nicholaslusala@wilsonairporthospital.org copy magdaline@phoenixcapital.co.ke and samuel@phoenixcapital.co.ke “Application for Accountant & HR Officer” on or before [ 5th September 2025]