Position: Chief
Accountant
Reporting to: Finance
Manager
Location: Nairobi
Job Profile / Purpose:This position is
accountable for leading the organization in developing financial and accounting
policies, systems and processes, tax and regulatory requirements, financial
controls, ongoing financial modeling and annual business plan.
Accounting, Payroll, Financial Systems
and Financial Controls
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Responsible
for the delivery of cost effective and efficient accounting and financial
systems, policies and processes that meet the current and future business
requirements of the organization.
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Prepare
the financial section of the annual report.
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Ensure
the Foundation is in compliance with all internal policies and relevant
regulations and ensure filings are completed in a timely manner.
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Develop
and oversee the Internal Review function to ensure that finance and operations
controls and policies are complied with in the organization. Ensure effective
follow up processes are in place.
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Manage
the financial system, ensuing maximum productivity and that it meets the needs
of the business today and the future.
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Oversee
the continuous improvement of Accounting and Financial Processes and the
development of the team with the goal to achieve best practices and optimal
output.
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Develop
and oversee accounting policies and procedures to meet both current and future
business models.
Cash and Risk Management
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Develop
cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash forecast.
Management Reporting
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Perform
all financial management reporting for the organization.
·
Ensure
financial management reporting tools and processes are in place to support the
ongoing and future needs of the business.
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Develop
and prepare a monthly Management Reporting Package
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Present
monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis of results.
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Develop
regular reporting and analysis, including key metrics reports, and conduct ad
hoc financial analysis as required.
Budgeting and Financial Modeling
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Develop
and Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
·
Lead
the quarterly outlook process.
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Provide
ongoing financial modeling and analysis expertise to business partners.
·
Lead
the financial modeling and analysis to support the development of long-term
strategic initiatives and business plans.
·
Special
Projects as assigned by Directors.
Key Skills, Knowledge and Abilities;
Strategic Thinking and Planning Skills
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Experience
with strategy development and implementation
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Understanding
and experience with re-engineering processes and large scale systems change
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Strong
business acumen
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Ability
to lead complex projects through to an end point
Managing and Leading
·
Able
to communicate effectively and lead others through change and new strategic
initiatives
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Able
to build effective teams, coach and develop others
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An
individual who seizes opportunities and takes initiative as appropriate
Influence and Interpersonal Effectiveness
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Relationship
building and rapport skills
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Influencing
and networking skills
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Able
to work with and through volunteer/expert relationships and associations and
alliances
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Ability
to communicate effectively at all levels
Operational Effectiveness
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Ability
to grasp organization’s short- and long-term priorities and develop systems,
processes and policies to support the achievement of them in a cost effective
manner
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On
an ongoing basis, evaluated and prioritizes activities, focuses people
resources against key business priorities
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Demonstrate
initiative and the ability to work effectively within time constraints
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In-depth
knowledge in using accounting software and tools – proficiency in pastel is a
must
Qualification and Experience Requirement;
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Bachelor’s
Degree in Finance or Accounting from a recognized institution
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The
candidate should have CPA-K
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Minimum
5+ years’ experience preferably in a similar capacity in the retail or
financial industry
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Member
of ICPAK will be an added advantage
How to Apply