Financial Services

Accountant At Scion Hospital

Scion Hospital·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Internship
Financial ServicesFull TimeInternship
-Closes Oct 10, 2026

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accountant to join our Finance & Accounts team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting budgeting and cash-flow management, monitoring revenue performance, and working closely with departmental heads to strengthen financial accountability across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, monitor and review departmental and organizational budgets.
  • Prepare and monitor cash-flow projections, ensuring adequate availability of funds for operations.
  • Monitor revenue performance and accountability across departments and revenue streams.
  • Perform bank, revenue, debtor, creditor and other financial reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of variances.
  • Review departmental financial performance against budgets and provide explanations for significant variances.
  • Work closely with Heads of Departments (HODs) to provide financial guidance, analyze performance and promote accountability.
  • Support departmental heads in understanding financial reports, budgets and cost-control measures.
  • Monitor expenditure and identify opportunities for cost control and efficient resource utilization.
  • Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Support statutory, audit and compliance requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and internal controls.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Scion Hospital

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

Valid until

October 10, 2026

Created

September 29, 2026

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