Outsourced Services Accounting Manager

Job Title: Outsourced Services Accounting Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

We are seeking an experienced Outsourced Services Accounting Manager for our client, a growing professional services firm offering Accounting, Payroll, Fund Management, Audit, and Advisory solutions.

Job Purpose:
The Outsourced Services Accounting Manager will be responsible for leading and growing the Outsourced Business Services division. This role is ideal for a professional who combines strong technical expertise with leadership, client management, and commercial acumen.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of outsourced Accounting, Payroll, and Fund Management services
• Manage and grow client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and retention
• Review financial reports, payroll outputs, tax and statutory filings, and fund reports for accuracy and compliance
• Provide clients with financial insights, advisory support, and business guidance
• Drive business development through client expansion, referrals, and new opportunities
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
• Ensure efficient processes, system utilization, and continuous improvement
• Oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA(K), ACCA or equivalent qualification (mandatory)
• 6–8 years’ relevant experience in accounting, payroll, or outsourced services
• At least 2–3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Proven experience managing multiple clients and service delivery
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, payroll platforms and tax/ statutory platforms

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• High attention to detail and quality delivery
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability
• Commercial awareness and business development capability
• Ability to drive systems adoption and process improvements