Spire Bank
Job Advert: Head
of Finance and Administration
Banking Sector
The Head of Finance and
Administration is responsible for the all of the Bank’s fiscal operating
results utilizing generally accepted accounting principles, such as cost
accounting, budgets, and regulatory agency and government reports ensuring the
safeguard of Bank assets.
Key Job Responsibilities and
Accountabilities
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Counsels senior management on fiscal
control and profitability; prepares, presents and interprets financial reports
in an accurate and timely manner. Clearly communicate monthly and annual
financial statements
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Adheres to tax laws and regulatory
compliance to properly reflect the financial position of the Bank.
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Directs accounting department
activities; provides leadership, training and supervision within the
department; provides a high level of customer relations and service; and
ensures compliance with Bank policies and procedures.
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The position of Head of Finance
assists in attaining established Bank’s and department financial goals.
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Performs supervisory duties of
department staff, coordinates staff for coverage in all related areas of the
department.
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Responsible for managing all matters
pertaining to Finance
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Responsible for ensuring integrity,
accuracy and completeness of financial data.
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Supervising filing of statutory
returns to regulatory authorities
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Update and implement all necessary
business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s
overall policy and procedure manual. Effectively communicate and present the
critical financial matters to the board of directors.
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Manage cash flow and forecasting.
Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting
system; Responsible for ensuring integrity, accuracy and completeness of financial
data.
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Coordinate and lead the annual audit
process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board
of directors; assess any changes necessary.
Administration Role
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Responsible for the overall
administrative functions to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the
organization grows including:
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Working closely and transparently
with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
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Reviewing and ensuring compliance
with all contracts entered into by the Bank.
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Evaluating and maintaining adequate
insurance coverage to meet the changing needs of the organization.
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Ensuring that policies are timely
renewed or replaced
Requirements for the role
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A University Degree in a business
related field from a recognized university.
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A Master’s Degree in any relevant
field will be an added advantage.
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Fully qualified Accountant (CPA,
ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
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At least 3 years management
experience in a busy environment, which should include financial planning and
Management reporting.
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Sound knowledge of the financial
industry, accounting principles and regulatory guidelines.
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Competencies in IFRS provisions &
compliance, Strategic & financial planning, budgeting and monitoring
thereof.
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Decision maker, Problem solver,
Analytical ability & good numeric skills including use of automated
solutions
Branch Manager –
Machakos
Overall responsibility: Develop and implement Business strategies to deliver
performance and growth targets and maintain good business environment. As well
as ensuring overall Branch Management; staff management, business growth and
development, operational excellence.
Responsibilities
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Prepare the branch budget and
strategy and ensure profitability.
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Establish and develop sales
opportunities to achieve targets and meet customers’ expectations.
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Organizing the branch objectives in
liaison with the retail officers in regard to annual objectives and sales
campaigns.
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Ensure Branch coordination; weekly
and monthly meetings with RMs/RO`s, training of branch staff.
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Build and improve the quality of
business and consumer clients.
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Make regular customer visits to
retain existing customers and to build loyalty.
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Promote new business by selling banks
products to new clients.
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Prepare and analyze credit
applications for presentation to credit department.
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Manage and monitor team workflow at
the branch in line with set targets.
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Ensure service delivery standards are
maintained in the branch.
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Ensure branch staff comply with
statutory regulations and bank internal procedure.
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Be involved in corporate social
responsibility to improve visibility for the bank.
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Ensuring staff engagement through
proper staff management, leave management, coaching and mentorship of the team.
The ideal candidate will possess the following
qualifications/skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in a business
related field
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Banking/ ACCA/CPA (K)
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At least 5 to 6 years’ experience
Application Deadline:
If you are up to the challenge & fit the required
profile, please apply highlighting your qualification, experience and career
aspirations match the requirement for this position.
Application should be sent latest 30th August 2019 clearly
indicating the position you are applying for on the Subject to:
recruitment@spirebank.co.ke
