Assistant Accountant

About PCEA Kikuyu Hospital

PCEA Kikuyu Hospital is a faith-based healthcare institution dedicated to providing quality, affordable healthcare and training services driven by Christian values. The hospital has four units namely, General, Eye, Orthopaedic & Rehabilitation, and Dental. In addition, the hospital has a School of Nursing and a satellite clinic located at Matasia in Ngong.

We are committed to ethical stewardship and financial accountability in fulfilling our mission.

Position Details

Position Title: Assistant Accountant
Location: PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
Reports To: Unit Accountant
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The overall purpose of this role is to support the hospital’s financial operations by ensuring accurate billing, timely payment processing, and effective reconciliation of accounts. It involves maintaining up-to-date financial records, verifying patient and supplier transactions, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. The role contributes to revenue assurance through diligent review of claims and bills and supports audit readiness by organizing financial documentation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Billing & Revenue Assurance

• Verify patient bills to ensure they are complete, accurate, and reflect the actual services rendered, cross-checking with treatment records and departmental reports before final posting.
• Review SHA claims to confirm eligibility, completeness of documentation, and compliance with SHA submission protocols.
• Follow up on rejected or pending claims to support timely revenue collection.

2. Financial Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepare discharge inns reports that summarize patient financial activity and support management in decision-making and financial planning.
• Review monthly debtors reports to identify outstanding balances and trends.
• Conduct reconciliation exercises with patients, insurers, and other stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and update financial records.
• Participate in monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to ensure that all payments, credits, and outstanding balances are accurately reflected in the accounting system.

3. Accounts Payable & Supplier Management

• Receive supplier invoices from the Stores Department and verify them against Internal Purchase Requisitions (IPRs), Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), and Goods Received Notes (GRNs).
• Ensure all invoices are properly supported and accurate before posting into the ERP system.
• Prepare payment vouchers for suppliers and other creditors, ensuring that all relevant bills and documentation are attached and properly authorized.
• Itemize supplier payments in their respective accounts and maintain clear records to ensure traceability and compliance with procurement procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA Part II/ACCA Part II.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems for financial data entry and reporting.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in handling financial records.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Familiarity with statutory regulations including KRA, NSSF, and SHIF/SHA.
• Competence in verifying financial documents and ensuring compliance.
• Integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial information.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a finance team and support audit processes.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause in healthcare.
• Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Application Deadline: 24th June 2026