Accountant

Sheria DT Sacco is a financial cooperative society dedicated to serving its members, and is currently seeking an Accountant to join their finance team.

Sheria DT Sacco is recruiting an Accountant for a permanent and pensionable position at their Head Office in Upper Hill, Nairobi. This role is classified under Entry Grade SG6, offering a basic salary range of KES 44,489.25 to KES 77,755.25, along with a house allowance of KES 19,300 and a commuter allowance of KES 10,000. Employees are entitled to 30 working days of annual leave and other leaves as per the current HR Policy. Additional benefits include medical cover, Group Life Assurance, WIBA Cover, and annual staff training based on needs assessments.

1. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations for FOSA/BOSA accounts, core banking system transactions, M-Pesa/Paybill, PesaLink, EFT/RTGS, and other applicable payment channels.
2. Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies, unallocated funds, out-of-balance conditions, and posting errors through appropriate follow-up and corrective entries.
3. Liaise with internal departments, vendors, members, and payment service providers to resolve transactional disputes, outstanding items, and payment queries.
4. Prepare high-quality reconciliation summaries, month-end close reports, and audit-ready documentation for review by the Finance team and external auditors.
5. Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure appropriate handling of all sensitive financial data and records.
6. Proactively identify and report recurring discrepancies, control weaknesses, or systemic process gaps to the Head of Finance for further action.
7. Support internal and external audit cycles by providing accurate, well-organized reconciliation schedules and supporting evidence.

1. Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce (Accounts option), or a related field from a recognized institution.
2. Possess a CPA K qualification, Section
3. Have at least three years of hands-on experience in bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, or high-volume financial reconciliation, specifically in a reconciliation-focused role.
4. Be proficient in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent, and advanced Microsoft Excel, with preferred experience in core banking systems or financial management systems, especially within a SACCO or regulated financial institution.
5. Demonstrate a solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, general ledger principles, and financial reconciliation best practices.
6. Exhibit strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy, with the ability to independently identify, investigate, and correct accounting errors.
7. Possess strong organizational and time management skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Be a team player with a strong work ethic, high personal integrity, and a commitment to delivering accurate financial outputs.