Accountant

About the Role

Tushop, a fast-expanding e-commerce and retail company based in Nairobi, Kenya, seeks a meticulous, analytical, and proactive Accountant to become part of our Finance team. This position offers a hands-on experience focusing on number management, problem-solving, and linking financial data to commercial business decisions. The role covers accounting operations, partner and third-party seller reconciliations, tax regulation compliance, plus market and pricing analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain precise customer and supplier ledgers, assist with month-end closing, and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile transactions with partners and third-party sellers (3PS), monitor receivables, and support settlements, reports, and payouts.
• Gather and analyze market pricing data, tracking margins, variances, and trends to aid pricing and procurement decisions.
• Keep financial records audit-ready and support both internal and external audits.
• Ensure adherence to tax regulations and accounting standards.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash transactions with proper documentation.
• Provide accurate financial reports and analysis to inform day-to-day business choices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA qualification at intermediate level or higher.
• At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Proficient and experienced with QuickBooks software.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis, particularly in variance, margin, and financial data examination.
• Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, reconciliation procedures, and tax compliance.
• Excellent analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and keen attention to detail.
• Capacity to handle various tasks simultaneously in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational aptitudes.
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.

Preferred Experience

• Background in e-commerce, retail, FMCG, or startup environments.
• Experience collaborating with partners, vendors, or third-party sellers.
• Familiarity with market pricing strategies, margin assessment, or commercial finance.

Why Work with Us

Joining Tushop means engaging in a fast-paced business where finance stretches beyond recording transactions. Your financial analysis will influence pricing, procurement, partner settlements, and daily commercial decisions. If you are an analytical Accountant ready to take ownership and grow with a scaling company, this opportunity is for you.