Emerge Egress Consulting is a HR Management & Training Consulting Firm established in 2017 based in Nairobi. In essence it focuses in Recruitment, Business & Marketing Strategy and Training Programs for various sectors. We partner with clients in various industries and sectors in order to meet their various needs.
Role Objective
Our client, a fast-growing retail chain in Nairobi, is looking to hire a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Accountantto support day-to-day financial operations across store activities.
This role offers hands-on exposure to retail finance, inventory management, and statutory compliance, with an opportunity to grow within a dynamic retail environment.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements.
- Assist in preparation of monthly financial reports including Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
- Manage daily store transactions and perform reconciliation of POS (Point of Sale) reports against cash, credit card, and mobile payments.
- Reconcile daily sales with bank deposits and ensure accuracy of recorded revenue.
- Support inventory management by participating in stock-takes and reconciling
- physical stock with system records.
- Identify and report stock discrepancies and support loss-control measures.
- Verify supplier invoices against Goods Received Notes (GRNs) before processing
payments.
- Assist in managing Accounts Payable and maintaining proper supplier reconciliations.
- Support payroll processing including calculation of wages, overtime, and commissions.
- Assist in calculation and filing of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory deductions.
- Assist in budget preparation and provide basic variance analysis where required.
- Maintain proper financial documentation and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Coordinate with auditors by preparing required documentation during reviews.
- Any other duties as assigned by management.
Job Specifications and Qualifications
- CPA Foundation or CPA Part I.
- Minimum 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in retail or supermarket operations.
- Experience with POS reconciliation and inventory accounting is an added advantage.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- High integrity and accountability.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
If interested in the position and meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV on or before 27th March 2026 to the email careers@emergeegressconsulting.com and indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.
