Accounts & Finance Officer Job (70-80K)

Looking for an accounting job in Kenya? Corporate staffing services are recruiting an accounts and finance officer position for a real estate client. The salary for the role is K’sh 70-80K monthly. The job is based in Nairobi. Proficiency in Quickbooks required.

Our client in the real estate sector, a start-up specializing in the sale of villas and apartments, is seeking to hire an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly organized Accounts & Finance Officer to manage financial operations, bookkeeping, budgeting, reporting, and statutory compliance. The ideal candidate will ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and efficient financial management within a fast-paced property sales environment

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Records Management & Bookkeeping – Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including general ledgers, journals, property sales transactions, and commissions tracking.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning – Prepare annual budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial plans aligned to property sales targets, project development timelines, and operational needs.
• Financial Reporting – Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, management accounts, and performance analysis including sales revenue, project profitability, and cost tracking.
• Accounts Reconciliation – Perform regular reconciliation of bank accounts, client deposits, supplier accounts, and commission payments to ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Invoicing & Sales Receipting – Oversee invoicing for property sales, track customer payments, deposit schedules, and ensure proper documentation of all transactions.
• Payroll & Commission Processing – Manage payroll administration and ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of staff salaries and sales commissions.
• Statutory Compliance – Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements including VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, stamp duty-related documentation, and other regulatory obligations.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable Management – Track customer payments, rental or installment plans, supplier payments, and ensure effective cash flow management.
• Financial Controls & Risk Management – Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company funds, property-related transactions, and reduce financial risks.
• Procurement Support – Support procurement of construction materials, office supplies, and service contracts while ensuring adherence to budgets and approval processes.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting Insights – Provide financial insights on property sales performance, project profitability, cost variances, and business performance trends to support management decision-making.
• Records & Documentation Management – Maintain proper filing systems for financial records, property transaction documents, tax records, and audit support documentation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management, bookkeeping, budgeting, financial reporting, payroll administration, statutory compliance, and financial controls.
• Experience in real estate, property development, construction, or SME environments is a strong advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple financial streams including sales, commissions, and project-based transactions.
• CPA(K) qualification or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and statutory compliance requirements in Kenya.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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 (Accounts & Finance Officer) to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 12^th July 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.

Corporate Staffing Service never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the recruitment process.