Our client, a dynamic and progressive
Deposit Taking SACCO in the outskirts of Nairobi wishes to recruit a competent
individual to fill the position of Head of Finance
Primary Responsibility: Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Finance will be responsible
for providing strategic leadership in financial affairs of the SACCO, ensure
efficient use of financial resources in order for the SACCO to remain financially
viable whilst meeting its strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
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Day to day management of the Finance
department as well as interfacing with other departments.
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Formulating strategies, policies and
procedures to be used in the long-term financial plans of the SACCO as well as
offer input into the overall SACCO strategy
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Developing management mechanisms in
the finances department for purposes of minimizing financial risk
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Monitoring revenue and expenditures,
making recommendations and overseeing the implementation of appropriate action
plans to ensure sound financial management
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Prepare monthly financial management
and SASRA reports and provide an interpretation of financial information to aid
management decision making.
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Maintain strong internal processes
and controls in order to provide timely, consistent and accurate financial
treasury and management for effective decision making
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Coordinating the budgeting and
planning process including forecasting.
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Monitoring cash flows and using the
same to predict future financial trends
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Analyzing change and advise the SACCO
Management Board on what needs to be done
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Ensure compliance with accounting
policies as per the International Financial Accounting Standards (IFRS) and any
other laws that may apply on regulatory requirements
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Preparation of annual financial
statements and overseeing external audit process
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Maintain the SACCO assets register
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Managing the taxation affairs of the
SACCO
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Managing the accounting and
monitoring systems for the company’s finances
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Coach, supervise, appraise, train and
develop staff in the finance department.
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Updating the firm regarding changes
in legislation or regulations that may affect the firm’s business operation.
Requirements
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University degree in a business
related area from a recognized institution. Master’s degree in Finance or a
Business related field is an added advantage.
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CPA (K) and member of ICPAK
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At least five years’ financial
management experience at management level in a financial institution,
preferably a deposit taking SACCO.
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Practical knowledge of accounting
software, conversant with accounting regulations, good analytical skills and
proficiency in all MS Office applications.
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Team player, excellent leadership,
communication, decision making, inter-personal and organizational skills.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates
are invited to submit detailed curriculum vitae and details of current
remuneration package by 17th May, 2017 to info@skillsglobal.co.ke.