Senior Management Accountant Safaricom Jobs in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Information Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:
Senior Management Accountant
Ref: IT_SMA_MAY 2010
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the holder of the position will collect, process, compile, monitor and report the long range plan, annual budgets and quarterly forecast results to the IT leadership team on a timely basis.
Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure implementation of the company processes and procedures in the preparation of the long range plan, annual budgets and quarterly forecasts;
  • Prepare the division’s monthly OPEX budget and advice on issues arising;
  • Identification of possible savings including advising on ways of improving the OPEX management;
  • Liaise with finance to ensure accurate and timely allocation of costs;
  • Work closely with Risk Management teams in the follow up of internal audit issues
  • Ensure continuous review and documentation of the budgetary processes and procedures in accordance with the ISO standards;
  • Preparation of monthly strategic reports and divisional weekly reports;
Minimum requirements

  • University Degree in business administration/Finance/Economics;
  • CPA (K) holder;
  • 5 years experience in an analytical role in a busy Finance setup, with in-depth knowledge in budget management (both planning & monitoring), basic costs analysis skills and reporting;
  • Work experience in an ICT or Telecoms company is an added advantage;
  • Good presentation interpersonal skills;
  • Excellent analytical skills;
  • Must be a team player with good organization, planning and time management skills;
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is 11th May 2010.
The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke