Junior Accountant - Nairobi

Job Description

• CrossBoundary is recruiting a full-time Junior Accountant to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa.
• The Junior Accountant will support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with reporting across multiple entities. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is looking to build strong technical skills and gain exposure to multi-country financial operations.
• You will work closely with the Finance and Operations Manager and broader finance team to support day-to-day accounting activities and ensure financial data is accurate and up to date.

Who We Are

• The CrossBoundary team is a diverse group of professionals driven by a shared commitment to impact. We value curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience internships included
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Basic familiarity with accounting systems e.g., Xero, Sage, or similar
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Progress toward a professional qualification e.g., CASA, ACCA, or CIMA is a plus

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in recording and coding financial transactions accurately in accounting systems
• Support accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice tracking and payment follow-ups
• Prepare and assist with weekly payment runs
• Upload bank statements and assist with bank reconciliations
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
• Review and process employee expense reports
• Help maintain the fixed asset register
• Assist in preparing cash flow tracking and basic forecasts
• Support the finance team during audits by gathering required documentation
• Assist with statutory filings and compliance requirements
• Contribute to maintaining organized financial records across multiple entities
• Provide general administrative and ad hoc support to the finance team