Senior Accountant - Asset Accounting, Reporting and Compliance
Nairobi
Posted 22 July, 2026
Deadline 05 August, 2026
AccountingFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The Asset Management Senior Accountant is responsible for accounting for all assets, maintaining the fixed assets register, risk management for all assets, accounting for accruals and prepayments, tax filing and compliance, and accounting and reporting in compliance with relevant IFRS standards. The role also accounts for payables and expenses, manages internal controls, supports audits, and assists with budgeting and forecasting in line with company policy.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Perform end-to-end accounting for all assets (fixed, intangible, IFRS 16) in compliance with IFRS.
Conduct fixed assets verification and asset tagging to ensure real-time updates of the asset register in collaboration with the operations team.
Track and reconcile accruals and prepayments, ensuring accurate timing of recognition and alignment with accounting policies.
Manage the Asset Management function, including asset register, schedules, reports, and reconciliations.
Prepare audit-ready schedules and samples for assets, accruals, prepayments, and tax. Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT and WHT filings, monthly reconciliations, and internal ledger updates.
Coordinate asset risk management through timely renewal of asset insurance policies.
Conduct treasury and compliance tasks for the holding entity.
Record and defer commissions in line with contract terms and expected revenue.
Perform any other tasks assigned by management.
Qualifications and Competencies
Professional & Hard Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, or a related field from a reputable institution.
Certified Public Accountant (ICPAK) or ACCA member in good standing.
In-depth knowledge of IFRS; familiarity with US GAAP is an added advantage.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a busy finance environment, with a strong focus on asset management and compliance.
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel is an added advantage.
Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and working with Asset Management systems.
Experience with Oracle is an added advantage.
Leadership and project management skills are an added advantage.
Soft Skills
Highly resilient and persistent, with a results-driven mindset and ability to follow through on multiple time-bound tasks in a matrix reporting environment.
Ability to build and maintain strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, structured approach to resolving discrepancies and ensuring compliance.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, manage disputes professionally, and uphold financial integrity.
Adaptable and self-motivated, with the ability to thrive under pressure in high-volume, deadline-driven environments.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the following portal: iColo Career Portal.
