Accountant

World Resources Institute (WRI) Kenya is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join its Africa Finance and Accounting team in Nairobi. In this role, you will be the backbone of day-to-day financial operations for WRI Kenya, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately, timely, and in full compliance with WRI's internal controls, donor requirements, and Kenyan statutory and regulatory frameworks.

You will support the complete accounting cycle — from transaction processing and journal entries to reconciliations and month-end close activities — while collaborating closely with Operations, Program, and global accounting teams to maintain organizational financial integrity and consistency across systems and reporting standards. You will report directly to the Senior Finance Manager.

• Conduct first-level reviews of supplier invoices submitted in Workday ERP, verifying adequate documentation and correct coding before approval.
• Create and process invoices in Workday ERP for Operations departments as required.
• Review and process accounting adjustments and manual journal entries, including reclassifications and accruals, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Prepare and upload payroll, fringe benefit, and other accounting journal entries into the ERP system.
• Manage the end-to-end supplier onboarding process for WRI Kenya, ensuring compliance with procurement and finance policies.
• Support internal, statutory, and donor audits by preparing schedules and compiling supporting documentation in a timely manner.
• Manage staff advances and receivables, performing timely reconciliations and proactive follow-up.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts and assist with year-end financial close processes.
• Maintain an organized and efficient archiving system for finance and accounting documents within SharePoint.
• Monitor WRI Kenya's cash position, support preparation of funding requests, and coordinate banking and cash management activities to ensure adequate operational liquidity.
• Collaborate with the global accounting team to ensure alignment with organizational standards and donor reporting requirements.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field; CPA(K) qualification or progress toward it is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrate at least 3 years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally within an NGO, INGO, or donor-funded organization.
• Operate Workday ERP or a comparable enterprise accounting system with confidence, processing invoices, journals, and reports independently.
• Apply GAAP, IFRS, and relevant Kenyan statutory requirements (KRA, NSSF, NHIF/SHA) accurately in day-to-day accounting tasks.
• Execute multi-currency reconciliations and general ledger account reviews with minimal supervision.
• Communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues, including program and operations teams.
• Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively during month-end and year-end close cycles.
• Maintain meticulous documentation practices, including digital archiving on platforms such as SharePoint or OneDrive.
• Demonstrate familiarity with donor compliance requirements and grant accounting in an international development context.

WRI Kenya offers a competitive compensation package benchmarked against INGO standards in Kenya. While the specific salary has not been publicly disclosed, the estimated monthly gross for this role falls within the range of KES 100,000 – KES 160,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. WRI also offers a comprehensive benefits package in line with its global people policies.

• Medical insurance coverage
• Annual leave and public holiday entitlements per Kenyan Employment Act
• Professional development and learning opportunities within a global organization
• Flexible and inclusive work environment

Ideal candidate: You are a meticulous, proactive accountant with at least 3 years of experience in a structured accounting environment, preferably within an NGO or international organization. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder setting, are proficient with ERP systems, and take pride in clean books, accurate reports, and audit-ready documentation. You understand donor compliance nuances and can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Please do NOT apply if: You have fewer than 3 years of relevant accounting experience, have no familiarity with ERP systems, or are looking for a purely supervisory role with no hands-on transaction processing involvement. This role requires active participation in day-to-day accounting tasks.

• Visit the WRI Careers portal or the platform where this listing appears.
• Prepare an updated CV and a concise cover letter highlighting your relevant accounting experience, ERP proficiency, and any NGO/donor-funded organization background.
• Submit your application before the closing date of 26 June 2026.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.
• WRI does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Do not pay for notarisation, certificates, or assessments.