We are Hiring!
Our client provides quality private
health care to residents of Kenya and the neighboring countries.
They are looking to fill the position
of a Chief Accountant.
Job Purpose: The position holder will be
responsible for providing leadership to the Central Accounts function in the
implementation of sound accounting, budgeting and financial control policies,
systems and procedures in accordance with International Accounting Standards.
Main Responsibilities of Job
The jobholder will be responsible
for:
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Coordinate the preparation of
accurate and up-to date financial and management accounting information to
facilitate decision making.
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Establish and maintain effective
internal control systems and procedures.
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Coordinate the Hospital budget
process and prepare special revisions
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Design and implement effective
systems of monitoring performance against budget.
·
Assist budget holders with
preparation of business plans and capital investment appraisals.
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Ensure timely monthly reconciliation
of budget adjustments to the agreed expenditure plan.
·
Develop and monitor appropriate Key
Financial Performance Indicators.
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Ensure that operational and capital
expenditure are appropriate by reviewing and comparing costs with industry
standards.
·
Maintain an up- to-date assets
register.
·
Facilitate appropriate training and
development for central finance staff members.
·
Equip non-finance managers with
appropriate knowledge for financial decision making.
·
Analyze and report significant budget
variances and to identify, along with the divisional accountants, possible
remedial actions.
·
Produce divisional and corporate
forecasts for income and expenditure on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
·
Provide relevant and timely monthly
statements, reports and reconciliations together with appropriate
interpretation and advice for the Senior Management Team according to agreed
timetables.
·
Carry out effective treasury
management, manage the Hospital’s bank accounts, loans and other financial
instruments.
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Maintain robust cash handling and
banking procedures.
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Ensure that closing stocks in
financial statements can be tied up to physical stocks and differences are
investigated promptly and resolved.
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Provide advisory services on building
the investment portfolio of the Hospital.
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Ensure full integration of all ERP
financial transactions.
Qualifications:
·
B.Com (Accounting Option) or
equivalent
·
Certified Accountant i.e. CPA (K) or
ACCA
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7 years progressive experience in
Finance, with at least 3 at a senior level
·
Expert knowledge of accounting,
financial and management reporting
Technical Competencies: –
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Experience in auditing would be an
added advantage.
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Solid leadership skills.
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Change management experience
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Business savvy.
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Analytical and results oriented
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested
to forward their updated CVs to recruitment@ke.gt.com stating the subject
heading “CHIEF ACCOUNTANT” by Monday 13th April 2020 clearly indicating their
current and expected remuneration (MUST).
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.