Bookkeeping Manager

8 hours ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Bridge Talent Management Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to oversee operations and drive excellence across client delivery, compliance, and internal processes. This role requires a leader with strong technical bookkeeping expertise, proven experience in public practice (CPA firm), and the ability to build scalable systems while supervising a growing team.

The successful candidate will combine hands-on technical credibility with the ability to mentor and lead bookkeepers, ensuring accurate records, VAT compliance, and consistent delivery of client deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of bookkeepers.
  • Oversee workload allocation, performance reviews, and professional development.
  • Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Client Delivery & Oversight
  • Manage bookkeeping across multiple industries and clients.
  • Review and sign off on ledgers, reconciliations, and management accounts.
  • Track and enforce client deliverables for monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines.
VAT & Compliance
  • Build and maintain robust VAT processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
  • Review VAT reconciliations and filings before submission.
  • Stay updated on Kenyan and international VAT rules, ensuring compliance.
Process Development & Quality Control
  • Design, document, and implement bookkeeping checklists and review controls (e.g., bank reconciliations, AR/AP tie-ins, VAT control checks, month-end processes).
  • Develop internal control frameworks, staff checklists, and workflow standards.
  • Standardize processes for scalability and efficiency across teams.
  • Collaborate with colleagues locally and internationally to align best practices and service delivery standards.
Requirements
Essential
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a CPA/public practice firm managing multiple clients
  • Strong technical bookkeeping knowledge, including VAT and compliance.
  • Proven experience in process building, including detailed checklists, control documents, and review frameworks.
  • Demonstrated team leadership, performance management, and staff development.
  • IT proficiency with accounting software, Excel, and workflow tools.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desirable
  • Experience supporting international clients.
  • Knowledge of IFRS and cross-border compliance.
  • Prior exposure to automation tools and process improvement projects.
Personal Attributes
  • Proven process-builder: Able to explain detailed bookkeeping controls (bank recs, AR/AP tie-ins, VAT checks, month-end processes).
  • Hands-on VAT knowledge: Practical understanding of VAT rules, with the ability to set and enforce checks to prevent errors.
  • Quality-control mindset: Naturally thinks in terms of evidence, controls, and review standards for junior staff.
  • Manager with technical credibility: Leads by example and can roll up sleeves to demonstrate working processes.
  • Deadline-driven and organized: Skilled at tracking and enforcing statutory deadlines (VAT, payroll, client deliverables) across multiple clients.
  • Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented.
  • Confident communicator, able to engage senior clients with credibility.
  • Proactive, hands-on, and adaptable.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to shape and lead the growth of the Nairobi office.
  • Professional development and international exposure.
  • ​A collaborative, dynamic, and forward-thinking workplace.

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