Financial Reporting Officer

July 15, 2026

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Job Description

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Reporting Officer to join a dynamic finance team. This role is ideal for a finance professional with experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and general ledger management who is passionate about delivering accurate financial information to support business decision-making.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data, preparing management reports, supporting budgeting processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, providing meaningful insights to support business decisions.
  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records and the general ledger.
  • Prepare and process accounting journals while ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained.
  • Review financial transactions to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
  • Analyze financial data and provide timely management reports and commentary.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
  • Monitor financial risks and ensure issues are escalated and resolved appropriately.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve financial reporting processes and data quality.
  • Support the finance team in achieving departmental objectives and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
  • CPA or ACCA qualification (or finalist status) is highly desirable.
  • 2–4 years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or financial analysis within a fast-paced finance environment.
  • Experience preparing financial reports and management accounts.
  • Experience processing accounting journals and maintaining general ledger records.
  • Exposure to budgeting and financial planning processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting or ERP systems.

How to Apply

Send your CV to jobs@sheerlogicltd.com by 17th July 2026. Indicate the job title.