Generic Brands Ltd, a leading FMCG distribution company under the Mini Group of Companies, has recently launched its new e-commerce platform — Kikapu Chetu, a dynamic online retail and distribution marketplace. To support its rapid growth, the company is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced E-Commerce Accountant to oversee the financial operations, controls, and compliance of this new business unit.

Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a leading shared-service company for the Mini Group of Companies, dedicated to providing innovative HR and business support solutions. We are committed to excellence and strive to deliver high-quality, efficient, and reliable services to our clients.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Accountant/Finance Manager, the E-Commerce Accountant will be responsible for end-to-end accounting of the Kikapu Chetu platform, including reconciliations between online sales systems, payment gateways, and bank accounts. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and cost control within a fast-paced digital commerce environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

a) Financial Management

• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records for Kikapu Chetu in QuickBooks.

• Manage accounts payable/receivable, journal postings, and general ledger reconciliations.

• Prepare weekly and monthly cash-flow forecasts, variance analyses, and management reports.

b) Reconciliations & Controls

• Perform daily reconciliations across Shopify, payment gateways (e.g. Pesapal), and bank statements.

• Investigate and resolve variances, refunds, and chargebacks promptly.

• Implement and maintain financial control procedures for online transactions and returns.

c) Reporting & Compliance

• Produce monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with variance explanations.

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of VAT, PAYE, and WHT returns.

• Support both internal and external audit processes.

d) Budget & Cost Management

• Track operational and marketing spend against budgets; flag deviations beyond 5%.

• Provide input on pricing, promotions, and payment-fee structures to protect margins.

• Optimize supplier payments and manage cost efficiencies.

e) Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with the E-Commerce Manager to align sales data with finance reports.

• Support marketing and operations teams with data on sales trends, promo performance, and inventory costing.

• Provide payroll inputs for e-commerce staff as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.

• CPA (K) / ACCA (part or fully qualified).

• 3–5 years accounting experience (preferably in e-commerce or retail).

• Hands-on proficiency in QuickBooks, Shopify, and Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups).

• Working knowledge of Kenyan taxation (VAT, PAYE, WHT) and IFRS principles.

• Proven accuracy, integrity, and strong analytical skills.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong reconciliation and reporting skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Deadline-driven and highly organized.

• Good communication and cross-department collaboration.

• Tech-savvy, with an understanding of digital payments and online platforms.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reconciliation Accuracy: 100% match across Shopify, gateway, bank, and QuickBooks.

• Timeliness: All reports submitted ≤ 5 working days after month-end.

• Tax Compliance: 100% on-time filing and payment.

• Budget Control: Monthly variance ≤ 5%.

• Audit Readiness: Clean audit reviews with no major findings.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letter and updated CV via https://www.minigrp.com/careers, quoting “E-Commerce Accountant – Kikapu Chetu” in the subject line, by COB 21 November 2025.
Please indicate your current and expected salary in your application.

NB:

• We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

• Internal candidates should apply through their respective Line Managers.

• Successful candidates will undergo background checks.