Vivo Activewear is looking for an
ambitious and talented individual with technical financial / accounting skills
and an interest in strategic financial management to join the team as a Finance
Officer.
- University degree in Finance, Accounting or
Business related field
- Professional qualifications: CPA K, ACCA or
equivalent
- 2 to 3 years of experience in Finance or
Accounting (Corporate Finance experience is an added advantage)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and
Excel
- Experience with computerised accounting
systems
Desirable Skills and Characteristics
- Driven and ambitious
- Organised and able to prioritise tasks
- Dependable and a high level of integrity
- Strategic thinker
- Accounting skills
- Strong numerical, analytical and
problem-solving skills
- Proactive with the ability to work on his/her
own with minimal supervision
- Desire and ability to succeed in a team
environment
- Good command of English (writing, speaking,
reading) and the ability to communicate effectively
Job Description/ Responsibilities
- Ensure business decisions are grounded in
sound financial analysis
- Assist management with financial projections
and scenario planning
- Perform all accounting aspects, including
daily, weekly and monthly entries and reconciliations
- Prepare accurate and timely financial
statements and supporting financial information
- Process payroll, record payroll and payroll
month-end accruals
- Calculate VAT and assist in meeting tax
compliance including, annual corporate tax filings and monthly tax
filings
- Reconcile and review all general ledger
reconciliations
- Assist in the development, implementation and
maintenance of accounting systems and controls
- Make payments for annual licenses and
permits
- Record and maintain monthly lease schedules
and preparation of lease payments
- Mail payments to vendors, establish and
maintain effective working relationships with local authorities,
contractors, businesses, landlords and service providers
- Identify and negotiate where possible, short
or long term financing options (overdraft, short-term loans etc.)
- Prepare regular management reports e.g.
monthly and quarterly
- Assist with the annual audit
- Monitor expenses against projected budget
Remuneration:
Kindly indicate your salary
expectation on your cover letter.
Application: If you believe you are the right candidate
for the position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the
requirements, kindly submit a detailed CV and cover letter to info@vivo.co.ke
The subject of your email should read
“Finance Officer”.
Deadline: The submission deadline is 26th September 2014.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.