Assistant Accountant (Real Estate & Leasing)

Key Responsibilities

Manage tenant accounts, ensuring timely billing of rent, service charges, and other property-related charges. Prepare tenant statements and actively follow up on outstanding balances to minimize rent arrears. Support rent collection and debt recovery processes. Maintain accurate lease records, including lease commencements, renewals, rent reviews, and lease expiries. Reconcile tenant deposits, rental income, occupancy reports, and related financial records. Process financial transactions including receipts, payments, invoices, journal entries, and reconciliations. Prepare monthly financial reports and support budgeting, forecasting, and statutory compliance. Maintain accurate accounting records and support internal and external audits.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field. CPA Part II or above is mandatory. Minimum 2 years' accounting experience , preferably in a real estate, property management, or leasing environment. Demonstrated knowledge of leasing processes, tenant account management, rent administration, property accounting, and credit control. Strong understanding of Kenyan tax and statutory compliance requirements. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.