Senior Accountant
Mombasa Rd Nairobi Kenya
Roles
Qualifications
Mombasa Rd Nairobi Kenya
Who We Are
Moko Home + Living is a growing
company bursting with innovation, creativity and passion. Our customers
dream of a better night’s sleep, a welcoming place to host their guests, a fun
and safe place for their children to play. But they tell us this isn’t
easy – they have to settle for low-quality furnishings or break the bank.
Join us in building the products, the brand and the network to put quality
living within everyone’s reach. Here’s what our team has accomplished in
the few years since our founding:
·
Reached over 100,000 Kenyan homes
with our products
·
Attracted global investment to
continue fuelling our growth and vision
·
Supported the growth of over 200
small furniture businesses across the country
·
Grown from a start-up to mid-sized
company
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for an efficient,
analytical accounting professional to play a key support role in our finance
team. You’ll have a gift for turning the accounting data from streams of
invoices and bank transactions into accurate summaries to support
decision-making. You’ll be a sticker for policy and procedure while still
embodying the supportive team spirit that makes Moko tick.
Roles
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Ensure Accurate, Up-to-Date
Accounting Data
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Post transactions in real-time and
regularly review for accuracy
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Manage complex accounts receivable,
accounts payable, goods in transit and tax-related balance sheet accounts
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Ensure all supporting documents are
on-file and well-organized
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Work with teams to confirm the
business purpose of transactions for accurate classification
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Prepare Management Reports
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Prepare draft of monthly management
accounts and present for finance management review
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Conduct careful and timely
reconciliations to verify transaction accuracy and proper balancing
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Take responsibility for accurate
regulatory and tax filings, prepared well before statutory deadlines
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Support Strong Compliance and
Controls
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Review the work of accounts
assistance for accuracy and adherence to procedure
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Ensure strong internal controls are
in place with regards to approval and release of funds
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Take responsibility for verification
and authorization of payments
·
Ensure all accounting records are
kept properly, in a compliant way and up-to-date
Career Growth + Compensation
Moko invests in building the capacity
and skills within our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your
career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through
mentorship from the management team. Because of our rapid growth, we
constantly have new roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This
results in fast career growth for those who are ready to take up the challenge.
Qualifications
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At least 2 years accounting
experience and minimum CPA II qualification or equivalent
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Strong financial data analysis skills
using Excel
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Strong knowledge of any accounting
software e.g Sage, SAP, Pastel & Quick Books
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Demonstrated high level of integrity
– entrusted with significant responsibility in previous roles
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An enthusiastic individual with
outstanding problem-solving skills.
·
Strong analytical skills and
attention to detail—ability to analyse data and proactively identify and
address issues
·
An initiative taker who enjoys
working independently toward goals
·
Eager to join a quickly-growing
organization and team
Retail Branch Manager
Moko Home + Living is a growing company bursting with
innovation, creativity and passion. Our customers dream of a better
night’s sleep, a welcoming place to host their guests, a fun and safe place for
their children to play. But they tell us this isn’t easy – they have to
settle for low-quality furnishings or break the bank. Join us in building
the products, the brand and the network to put quality living within everyone’s
reach. Here’s what our team has accomplished in the few years since our
founding:
·
Reached over 100,000 Kenyan homes
with our products
·
Attracted global investment to
continue fuelling our growth and vision
·
Supported the growth of over 200
small furniture businesses across the country
·
Grown from a start-up to mid-sized
company
What You’ll Do
Moko’s goal is to change the way people experience their
everyday home. We have an ambitious development pipeline that spans mattresses
to sofas with the goal of making our customers’ dream of leading a modern
lifestyle a reality. We’re looking to add a Retail Branch Manager aka Get
Things Done Manager.
As the Get Things Done Manager, you’ll be responsible for
running Moko’s day-to-day brand operations. You’ll be an excellent project
manager who is able to joggle a variety of tasks under tight timelines. You’ll
put into use your knowledge of marketing and you’ll push the day-to-day
activities to see Moko’s vision become a reality for our customers. Finally,
you’ll be excellent people manager, who can motivate and grow the team.
Role
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Under the direction of the Head of
Brand and Product Development, lead the day-to-day implementation of the Moko
work plan so that we can help our customers achieve the modern lifestyle they
dream of
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Act as a liason to senior management
and directors to keep them up to date about operations and projects implemented
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Coordinate and manage the weekly
activities of the napstars, the marketing team that brings the Moko dream world
to our customers
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Lead and coordinate the capacity
planning and hiring strategy of the Napstar team and ensure their training in
line with activities planned in the marketing calendar
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Create a high performance culture in
the napstar marketing team where KPIs are always met and decisions are taken
based on data. Foster an environment where new ideas are brought up by team
members
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In coordination with Head of Brand
and Creative Director develop a training for the marketing team to ensure that
the Moko story is told with a consistent voice and in an engaging way by our
team
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Liaise with the delivery team so that
to-the-door deliveries of mattresses happen on time. Coordinate with the
operation team to manage an efficient use of resource and effective capacity
planning
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Liaise with supermarkets, malls and
other sites to ensure that we have all the approvals and permits necessary for
a smooth set up and running of marketing activations
·
Support the screening and recruitment
of suppliers, contractors and other consultants necessary for the implementation
of the work plan
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Manage the day-to-day coordination
with suppliers, constructors (e.g. to build a sleeping station or
showroom-in-a-container) and other consultants so that work is completed on
time and with the level of quality expected
·
Provide operational support to
implement market research activities for the development of new marketing
activities ideas and for the conception and design of the first Moko’s sofa
collection!
Career Growth + Compensation
Moko invests in building the capacity and skills within
our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship from the
management team. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new
roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast
career growth for those who are ready to take up the challenge.
Qualifications
·
You have experience (preferably 3
years) in retail or sales or marketing and are talented in hiring and managing
people
·
You have a passion for training
people and growing your team
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You are a go getter and enjoy
figuring out what it takes to get things done on time in the most efficient way
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You are an exceptional project
manager and able to come up with and execute a detailed plan
·
You preferably have a creative side
and can propose how marketing activation can be optimized and new ideas
introduced
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You thrive when you are able to take
initiative, you are considered very self-managing and do best in an environment
where you are given high-level goals and take initiative to achieve them
·
You possess a strong analytical
toolkit, and you frequently apply quantitative analysis to decision-making
·
You pay extra attention to details in
everything you do without losing sight of the big picture and the goals that we
want to achieve
·
You have the ability to convince
people and negotiate partnership with suppliers and contractors
Technical Maintenance Manager
Mombasa Rd Nairobi Kenya
Moko Home + Living is a growing company bursting with innovation,
creativity and passion. Our customers dream of a better night’s sleep, a
welcoming place to host their guests, a fun and safe place for their children
to play. But they tell us this isn’t easy – they have to settle for
low-quality furnishings or break the bank. Join us in building the
products, the brand and the network to put quality living within everyone’s
reach. Here’s what our team has accomplished in the few years since our
founding:
·
Reached over 100,000 Kenyan homes
with our products
·
Attracted global investment to
continue fuelling our growth and vision
·
Supported the growth of over 200
small furniture businesses across the country
·
Grown from a start-up to mid-sized
company
What You’ll Do
You’ll take responsibility for ensuring that all the
equipment in our growing factory is operating efficiently and safely.
This is a key technical leadership role that requires leading a technical team
in developing and implementing world-class maintenance systems. The
Technical Maintenance Manager will work closely with our production teams to
ensure maximum uptime.
Roles
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Maintenance Systems and Planning
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Develop and oversee the
implementation of preventative maintenance for all machinery – including foam
processing and woodworking light and heavy equipment
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Plan and manage stock and supply
chain for spare parts and factory consumables to minimize downtime
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Regularly review and update
maintenance protocols to ensure best practices
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Technical Team Management
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Lead and coordinate the work of a
team of technicians working across different shifts; ensure they have the
resources and skills to quickly and effectively respond to downtimes
·
Continually analyse, identify and set
expectations to motivate team members to achieve objectives and goals
·
Manage employee training and required
documentation to ensure effective training methods that are in compliance with
current procedures and safety standards
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Continuous Improvement
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Continuously work to prevent and
minimize downtime
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Routinely review machinery and
electrical safety to ensure the highest standards are met
·
Identify opportunities for
cost-effectively implementing equipment redundancies to ensure work
interruptions are minimized in the case of equipment breakdowns
·
Support the planning, installation
and commissioning of new production lines
Career Growth + Compensation
Moko invests in building the capacity and skills within
our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship from the
management team. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new
roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast
career growth for those who are ready to take up the challenge.
Qualifications
·
Strong organizational and record
keeping skills, including the ability to develop systems and tools in Microsoft
Excel
·
Good management skills, with a track
record managing a small to mid-sized team including technical roles
·
Strong professional references
demonstrating professional accomplishment and trustworthiness
·
Deep technical knowledge of
motor-driven and hydraulic machinery as well as a good working knowledge of
electrical control systems
·
Hands-on experience leading
mechanical maintenance in a factory setting
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At least 5 years’ experience working
in a manufacturing setting or other environment involving significant machinery
usage
Market Research Officer
Mombasa Rd Nairobi Kenya
Moko Home + Living is a growing company bursting with
innovation, creativity and passion. Our customers dream of a better
night’s sleep, a welcoming place to host their guests, a fun and safe place for
their children to play. But they tell us this isn’t easy – they have to
settle for low-quality furnishings or break the bank. Join us in building
the products, the brand and the network to put quality living within everyone’s
reach. Here’s what our team has accomplished in the few years since our
founding:
·
Reached over 100,000 Kenyan homes
with our products
·
Attracted global investment to
continue fuelling our growth and vision
·
Supported the growth of over 200
small furniture businesses across the country
·
Grown from a start-up to mid-sized
company
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for a Market Research Officer who can match
our customers’ needs with possible products. You’ll have a passion for
using conversations, surveys and any other tool at your disposal to develop a
deep understanding of what our customers want and need. You’ll also be
driven by the challenge of understanding product possibilities from our network
of global suppliers, choosing amongst these using your deep understanding of
our market. Your dream come true is the successful development and
launch of a new product.
Roles
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Dive Deep into Customer Needs
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Develop a deep understanding of our
re-sellers and end customers through structured conversations, surveys and
other research methodologies
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Track and anticipate market trends
with respect to style
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Translate lessons learned into
customer insights which can inform product and design decisions
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Support Product Development
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Work with our supply chain team to
identify global suppliers
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Research product possibilities
through the global supplier network and match these with local market needs
·
Support the piloting and launch of
new products based on your work
Career Growth + Compensation
Moko invests in building the capacity and skills within
our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship from the management
team. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new roles opening
up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for
those who are ready to take up the challenge.
Qualifications
·
You have training and at least 2
years’ experience in marketing, qualitative research, sales or customer
service.
·
You enjoy working on multiple diverse
projects and tasks simultaneously.
·
You thrive when you are able to take
initiative, you can plan and organize your work around specific goals.
·
You have the skills to undertake
in-depth market research, using qualitative tools such as structured interviews
and direct customer observations.
·
You are excited to turn lessons
learned from research into actionable ways that we can improve our products and
services.
·
You can troubleshoot problems and
offer ideas about possible solutions.
Manufacturing Operations Manager
Mombasa Rd Nairobi Kenya
Moko Home + Living is a growing company bursting with
innovation, creativity and passion. Our customers dream of a better
night’s sleep, a welcoming place to host their guests, a fun and safe place for
their children to play. But they tell us this isn’t easy – they have to
settle for low-quality furnishings or break the bank. Join us in building
the products, the brand and the network to put quality living within everyone’s
reach. Here’s what our team has accomplished in the few years since our
founding:
·
Reached over 100,000 Kenyan homes
with our products
·
Attracted global investment to
continue fuelling our growth and vision
·
Supported the growth of over 200
small furniture businesses across the country
·
Grown from a start-up to mid-sized
company
What You’ll Do
You’ll take the reins of our growing production
operation. This is a key management and leadership role which will
oversee all critical production functions and advance them to the next
level. The Manufacturing Operations Manager will also work closely with
various teams to ensure timely delivery to our customers.
Roles
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Production Planning
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Work with the supply chain department
to forecast and plan for present and future consumption of raw materials to
ensure that materials are always available
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Evaluate production schedules and
labour requirements to plan team structure and development
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Develop and maintain production
metrics for quality, delivery, and safety
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Team Management
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Build strong rapport with our
100-person-strong production team through open communication; promote a
positive, safe, productive and efficient work environment
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Continually analyse, identify and set
expectations to motivate team members to achieve objectives and goals
·
Manage employee training and required
documentation to ensure effective training methods that are in compliance with
current procedures and quality standards
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Quality Assurance
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Ensure that goods produced by your
team always meet quality standards
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Monitor product standards at various
levels of production and at the point of release so that the cost of rework is
reduced
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Continuous Improvement
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Monitor and recommend necessary changes
to the layout of plant, machinery and production processes and methods for any
new equipment, materials or components
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Continuously work to improve the cost
of products by optimizing raw materials, labour and utilities
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Review and recommend appropriate
measures to control and minimize waste levels
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Review production practices and
equipment; make proposals for improvements to ensure that they are maximally
effective
·
Support research and development to
keep our production team up to date and working with the latest technology and
using the most efficient manufacturing practices
Career Growth + Compensation
Moko invests in building the capacity and skills within
our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship from the
management team. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new
roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast
career growth for those who are ready to take up the challenge.
Qualifications
·
Strong organizational and record
keeping skills, including the ability to develop operational tools in Microsoft
Excel
·
Strong management and leadership
skills, including the ability to relate well with direct reports, customers and
colleagues. Candidates with at least 3 years’ management experience managing a
large team preferable.
·
Strong professional references
demonstrating professional accomplishment and trustworthiness
·
Knowledge of good manufacturing
practices and lean manufacturing policies and procedures
·
At least 5 years’ experience working
in a manufacturing setting (process, chemical, mechanical)
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Technical background a plus
How to Apply
Visit https://www.moko.co.ke/careers/ to apply
