PowerGen
Renewable Energy
Position: Finance & Accounting
Manager
Location: Arusha, Tanzania or
Nairobi, Kenya
Start
Date:Immediate
PowerGen
Renewable Energy is a micro-grid developer, implementer, and operator in East
Africa, reshaping the prevailing rural electrification model in the region.
You
will manage the aspects of the business that involve money across multiple
country entities and offices.
If you
want to be in a core, integral role at the heart of a fast-growing renewable
energy organization in East Africa, this job is for you.
What You’ll Make Happen:
- Monthly,
quarterly and annual financial close of income statement, balance sheet
and cash flow within NetSuite and across multiple country entities and
offices, to GAAP/IFRS standards
- Systems
and processes for: interfacing with other teams within NetSuite on
inventory and equipment purchased/used; tagging of expenses within
NetSuite for projects, grants, business unit, etc; proper invoicing,
expense and receipt systems; bank reconciliations; fixed asset
capitalization; project time and cost tracking
- Internal
budgeting and forecasting across teams and countries
- Implementation
of transfer pricing policy and intercompany processes
- Tax
compliance across corporate income, VAT, payroll and withholding taxes
- Grant
and investor reporting to support capital raising
- Oversight
of cash books and cash requests
- Liaising
with and integrating Inventory tracking systems and processes with
financial management and reporting
- Development
and professional growth in the personnel you manage and lead
What Excites You:
- Building
the backbone to a dynamic, rapidly growing organization
- Working
closely with and managing a Finance & Accounts team across multiple
countries and offices
- Building
processes within a brand new, cutting edge and leading SaaS ERP system
- Working
with other teams within an organization to drive growth and operational
excellence
- Attention
to detail and managing multiple and varied work streams at a time
- A
fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm
You Already Have:
- 5+
years work experience in corporate finance and accounting
- Masters
in Finance, MBA, or comparable professional experience strongly preferred
- Work
experience in Tanzania and Kenya
- Knowledge
of Tanzania and Kenya tax code
- Experience
and proven ability to lead and manage teams
- Ability
to build financial forecasts and develop and execute operational plans
- Advanced
proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Excel and other
Microsoft Office products
- Experience
in the energy, clean tech or utility sectors
- Highly
organized and detail oriented
- Excellent
written and oral communication skills
- Practiced
flexibility to lend a hand wherever needed
- Fluent
in both English and Swahili preferred
- Enthusiasm
in working for the field of renewable energy!
Benefits and Compensation
A
competitive package including annual compensation, performance bonuses, health
insurance, professional development and team building events.
And
you'll be working with a dynamic team of brilliant people passionate about
electrifying East Africa!
Application
Process
Please send resume, cover letter stating the title of the job on the subject line, and any questions to careers@powergen-re.com
More can be learned about PowerGen at www.powergen-re.com.
