Branch Accountant

Key responsibilities

• Cash Management & Reconciliation.
• Monitor daily cash collections and ensure proper accountability.
• Reconcile cash, M-Pesa, and bank deposits daily.
• Ensure strict adherence to cash handling policies and controls.
• Investigate and resolve any cash variances immediately.
• Stock & Inventory Accountability.
• Ensure system vs physical stock = 100% alignment.
• Monitor all stock movements (inbound, transfers, sales, returns)
• Support and lead regular stock counts and audits.
• Flag and resolve discrepancies quickly with clear accountability.
• Damages Control (Minimize Losses, Maximize Value)
• Track damaged, missing, or misplaced stock.
• Maintain a clear log and reporting structure for all incidents.
• Work with operations to reduce damages and improve handling practices.
• Ensure timely escalation and corrective action.
• Systems Compliance & Reporting (Clean Data, Clear Decisions)
• Ensure all transactions are accurately captured in ERP systems.
• Maintain high data integrity across sales, stock, and finance records.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports for branch performance.
• Support audits with complete and accurate documentation.
• LMA – Leadership, Management & Accountability.
• Lead and guide stock clerks and support teams on:.
• Stock handling
• Cleanliness and organization.
• Compliance standards.
• Drive a culture of discipline, ownership, and accountability.
• Collaborate closely with branch team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Price Tickets & Product coding.
• Ensure all products are:.
• Correctly coded in the system.

Candidate requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (Part 3 or above preferred)
• 2–4 Years’ experience in retail accounting, stock control, or finance.
• Experience working with ERP systems in a fast-paced environment.

Required skills