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Bridgetalentgroup·2 months ago
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Junior Accountant-Manufacturing

Nairobi Area, KenyaFull-timeOn-siteEntry · 1-2 yearsAccountant

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What you'll do

  • Record and reconcile daily financial transactions including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
  • Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Monitor inventory transactions and track cost of goods sold (COGS).
  • Reconcile supplier accounts, customer statements, and bank transactions.
  • Support payroll accounting and ensure accurate statutory deductions and filings.
  • Assist in budgeting, variance analysis, and cost tracking for production inputs.
  • Collaborate with the production and stores teams to validate material movements and consumption.
  • Prepare documentation and schedules required for internal and external audits.
  • Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.
  • Participate in regular stock takes and investigate variances.

What they're looking for

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of inventory accounting and cost allocation principles.
  • Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Nice to have

  • CPA Part II or above is a distinct advantage.

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Full description from employer

Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking to hire a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate will have prior accounting experience within a manufacturing setup, strong reconciliation skills, and familiarity with inventory and cost accounting processes. Key Responsibilities: Record and reconcile daily financial transactions including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Monitor inventory transactions and track cost of goods sold (COGS). Reconcile supplier accounts, customer statements, and bank transactions. Support payroll accounting and ensure accurate statutory deductions and filings. Assist in budgeting, variance analysis, and cost tracking for production inputs. Collaborate with the production and stores teams to validate material movements and consumption. Prepare documentation and schedules required for internal and external audits. Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records. Participate in regular stock takes and investigate variances. Requirements Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. CPA Part II or above is a distinct advantage. Minimum 1–2 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, or equivalent. Knowledge of inventory accounting and cost allocation principles. Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. If you meet the above qualifications specifically in the manufacturing industry, send your application letter and resume to cvs@bridgetalentgroup.com before the 11th of June 2025 with the subject line "Junior Accountant."or apply on our website.https://zurl.to/lYnW?source=CareerSite Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interviews.

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Bridgetalentgroup
Nairobi Area, Kenya

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  • inventory accounting
  • cost accounting

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