Accounting, compliance and payroll services

Reliable finance support that keeps your business moving.

Reliable accounting, payroll and compliance support

Managing accounting records, payroll and statutory obligations puts real pressure on internal teams. Mistakes can mean penalties, delayed decisions and unnecessary financial risk. We simplify your finance function with outsourced accounting, payroll and compliance services tailored to the way you work.

We work with corporates, family-owned businesses, SMEs, NGOs, development organisations and international businesses in Kenya and across East Africa. Choose the service you need, or contact our team.

Our accounting, compliance and payroll services

Last reviewed: June month and 2026

Accounting and bookkeeping

Accurate, up-to-date records that support better decisions and cash flow.

  • Bookkeeping and management accounts
  • Bank and general ledger reconciliations
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Budgeting and cash flow forecasting

Statutory compliance and reporting

Meet your statutory obligations accurately and on time.

  • VAT, PAYE and withholding tax returns
  • NSSF, SHIF and Housing Levy remittances 
  • Income tax and excise returns 
  • Regulatory reporting support

Need advice rather than filing? See our tax advisory team.

Payroll administration

Accurate, timely and confidential payroll for businesses from SMEs to large organisations.

  • Payroll processing and payslips
  • PAYE and statutory deductions
  • Pension and employee benefits administration support
  • Payroll compliance reviews and year-end reporting

Outsourced finance function

Experienced finance professionals without building an in-house team.

  • Outsourced finance department
  • Monthly management reporting and analysis
  • Internal control and financial policy support
  • CFO and finance function support

Financial support for NGOs and donor-funded organisations

Strong financial controls, transparent reporting and compliance with grant requirements.

  • Grant financial reporting
  • Project accounting
  • Donor compliance reporting
  • Budget monitoring and expenditure tracking
  • Payroll for project staff
  • Audit readiness preparation

Why Baker Tilly Kenya

Outsourcing is about more than reducing admin. It is about gaining a trusted adviser who helps you make better financial decisions with less compliance risk.

One provider

Accounting, payroll and compliance support from one coordinated team.

Scales with you

A flexible delivery model that grows as your finance needs evolve.

Confidential by design

We adhere to strict data protection, privacy, and confidentiality practices when handling payroll data.

Local and global

A member of Baker Tilly International, a global top 10 professional services network.

Frequently asked questions

Do you provide fully outsourced accounting services?

Yes. We can run your whole finance function or support selected activities, depending on your needs.

Which accounting software do you support?

If you use another system, we will explain how we would work with it.

How are your fees structured?

Yes. for example, a fixed monthly fee or a scope agreed per service

Can you help with statutory compliance?

Yes. We help you meet obligations for VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, income tax and statutory payroll contributions.

Do you work with NGOs and donor-funded programmes?

Yes. We support NGOs, development organisations and donor-funded projects with financial reporting, compliance and payroll.

Get in touch with our experts

Accounting, Compliance & Payroll 1

Rishi Bhandari

Partner – Private Sector

Accounting, Compliance & Payroll 2

Stephen Mutunga

Manager – BPO