📢 We’re Hiring: Accounts Officer (Accountant) – Meru, Kenya Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for financial integrity and operational excellence? Our Meru-based law firm is looking for a dedicated Accounts Officer to manage our day-to-day financial operations and ensure compliance across all areas of accounting. 📍 Location: Meru, Kenya 🕒 Job Type: Fixed Term Contract 👥 Reports To: Managing Partner / Finance Lead 🔑 Role Overview As our Accounts Officer, you’ll play a central role in managing receivables and payables, cash flow, tax compliance, and financial reporting. This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a structured environment and is ready to contribute to sound financial decision-making. ✨ Key Responsibilities: ✅ Manage receivables, invoicing, and follow-ups on outstanding balances ✅ Oversee payables and execute scheduled payments with accuracy ✅ Handle daily banking, petty cash management, and reconciliations ✅ Ensure 100% compliance with Kenyan tax laws (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, VAT, WHT) ✅ Prepare timely financial reports, cash flow statements, and audit support ✅ Monitor expenses against budgets and enforce cost controls 🎯 Qualifications & Experience: 🎓 CPA Part II (Section 4 or higher) – CPA finalist or degree in Finance/Accounting is a plus 📊 1–2 years’ accounting experience, ideally in legal or professional services 💻 Proficient in accounting tools like QuickBooks/Sage, Excel, and online banking 🧾 Strong grasp of tax filing procedures and statutory compliance 📁 Highly organized with a keen eye for accuracy and audit-readiness What We Value: ✔ Confidentiality & integrity in handling financial data ✔ Strong communication with both finance and non-finance colleagues ✔ Timely execution and ability to meet strict reporting deadlines ✔ A proactive, self-driven work ethic and eagerness to grow Application Details: Send your CV (max 2 pages) + cover letter to: [email protected] Subject: Your Name – Accounts Officer Application 🕔 Deadline: Tuesday, 10th June 2025, 5:00 PM EAT