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Synovate is a prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa.
We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business and social issues.
The Role:
An exciting business seeks an exciting individual...
Are You the One?
Synovate is a prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa.
We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business and social issues.
The Role:
- Lead & significantly contribute to the development and enablement of a finance strategy that is ambitious, having regard to the economic, political and competitive environment the company operates in.
- Ensure complete, timely and accurate financial data capture for Synovate’s transactions and provide timely and accurate financial reports as required.
- Direct & coordinate finance related cross-functional processes so as to minimize cost while enhancing customer service.
- Ensure timely production of accurate regular and ad-hoc financial reports in line with Synovate reporting requirements.
- Control and ensure timely production of annual reports as may be required by stakeholders and comply with law and accounting standards.
- Ensure timely efficient and effective management, utilization and control of the company’s assets and financial resources, to maximize all investor/shareholder returns.
- Develop and maintain efficient systems to monitor working capital management to ensure that operating activities of the company are optimally funded at reasonable cost and to meet all company requirements and commitments efficiently.
- Ensure Synovate’s compliance with necessary legal and statutory financial reporting.
- Ensure all financial and control assurance & risk management are in place and lead the development & implementation of governance.
- Liaise with external auditors for reporting purposes.
- Provide policy & team leadership in the finance function.
The person:
To be successful in this role you will have:
To be successful in this role you will have:
- University Degree
- Qualified Accountant (CPA (K), ACCA, ACA, ACMA).
- MBA degree and advantage
- Extensive senior business experience (6-10 years) gained at a senior level in a multinational corporate environment
- Comprehensive financial management knowledge
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage expectations
- Willingness to work long hours
- Good planning and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to lead, motivate & develop people.
- Negotiation skills & the ability to influence at all levels.
- Well developed analytical skills
- Adaptability and flexibility in service delivery
- Knowledge and understanding of SAP will be an added advantage.
This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Synovate’s values.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careers-ke@synovate.com
Deadline for application: Friday 12th Nov. 2010
For more information on Synovate please visit:www.synovate.co.ke
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