Assistant Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002548/ML

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Location:

Laikipia, Kenya

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
A remote safari camp in Kenya's Laikipia region is looking for an experienced ASSISTANT FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT to manage the property's full financial and stock control function

POSITION INFO:
This is a hands-on role for someone who's comfortable working independently in a remote camp setting, managing accounts staff, and keeping tight financial discipline across a busy lodge operation. You'll be the go-to person for everything from ledger queries to payroll compliance, so strong technical skills and a steady head under pressure both matter here.

Core Criteria:

CPA III qualification
Bachelor of Commerce degree
Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting, including inventory management
Completion of an Excel assessment at interview stage
Strong working knowledge of general ledger reconciliation and management accounts
Experience training and mentoring junior accounts staff
Familiarity with statutory and compliance audits (health and safety, environmental, motor, and similar)
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a remote setting

Core Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage all financial and stock controls for the property
Manage, mentor, and train the accounts and stores team
Reconcile accounts, including clearing accounts and inter-property transactions
Interpret and analyse management accounts, reporting to the Financial Controller
Process accounts payable and receivable in line with group policy
Reconcile supplier statements and review local creditor payments
Compile and submit weekly cash flow requirements to head office
Prepare monthly payroll input, ensuring compliance with employment legislation
Manage capex reporting against budget
Assist with budgeting, quarterly forecasts, and year-end audits
Conduct internal audits and monitor internal controls
Coordinate statutory and licence renewals with relevant authorities
Oversee IT system uptime for the camp, escalating issues as needed
Compile monthly leave schedules and physical stock counts

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