Chief
Accountant
Location:- Nairobi with a possibility of being moved
to Mombasa
Reporting to the Group
Financial Controller
Position
The successful candidate will
be primarily responsible for financial operations and management of the finance
office, ensuring compliance with accounting, procurement, reporting as well as
industry requirements.
S/he will work hand in hand
with the other team members in the accounting department to ensure the
institution works towards achieving its vision.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Supervise cash management processes and ensure funds are
reconciled and replenished in a timely manner.
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Take a lead role in preparation and review of budgets while
monitoring to ensure that financial reports are prepared accurately and in a
timely manner.
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S/he will also be responsible for sub-office payroll management,
ensuring compliance with tax regulations as well provide technical assistance
where it is of necessity.
·
Develop finance talent and pipeline plans, coach teams.
·
Functional forecasting and strategic planning through medium
term plan.
Desired
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
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A qualified Accountant with Minimum CPAK, FCCA
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Bachelor’s degree in a respective field such as Accounting,
Finance, Financial Management.
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Five to ten years significant accounting experience in a related
field
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Experience with SAP Business accounting systems required.
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Working experience in an Import/Export Environment
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Strong computer skills, particularly Excel, Word and Access.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Demonstrated strengths in financial management with a strong
client service focus; able to work with diverse groups of people and team
oriented environment.
·
Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and
functional level.
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Able to express technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical
environment.
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Maturity and discretion, able to work with, and maintain
confidential information.
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Preferred age is 40 years and above
Qualified candidates are
required to send their cover letters and Resumes to
apply@kenyajobsconnection.com by 20th July 2011.
Ensure “Chief Accountant” is
the application’s Title.