Monday, 13 May 2013

Sage Pastel Accounting Technical Consultant Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, Sage Pastel accounting is a leading global supplier of business management software and related products and services, principally for small to medium-sized enterprises.

Their Africa Office has its headquarters in South Africa.

They are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious, and self-driven candidate to fill the position of:

Technical Consultant

Place of Work:
Nairobi, Kenya

Basic Function:

The primary responsibility is the 100% successful implementation of all aspects of projects assigned to the consulting team ensuring client satisfaction.

Principal Accountabilities:
  • Ensure effective planning and execution of all tasks related to the implementations assigned resulting in the delivery of a successful implementation within the scope of work defined.
  • Work within the project budget by meeting deliverables both with respect to timelines and quality of work.
  • Track project deliverables using appropriate tools and provide regular feedback
  • Be responsible for quality of the allocated deliverables and timelines
  • Monitor and report on progress of the project
  • Report on project progress, problems, risks and solutions
  • Follow the defined project process and implement the agreed steps to accomplish the project outputs successfully.
  • Keep all necessary project documentation 1005 up to date and complete.
  • Making sure you maintain product mastery and stay abreast of changes in
Personal qualities
  • Critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • The ability to plan and organize effectively
  • Be an excellent communicator across different cultures
  • Have a mature approach to business and service delivery
  • Be adaptable and have a high stress tolerance
  • Be driven to achieve deadlines
  • Ability to focus on achieving results and stay focussed despite changing conditions
Qualifications, Experience and knowledge:
  • Sound Pastel Evolution product knowledge – preference will be given to individual who has Evolution knowledge but will look at candidates with other ERP solutions product knowledge
  • A minimum of 3 years with the company, ideally in a customer service or support role
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
  • Proven track record of consistently good general performance
  • Working knowledge of the basic accounting principles
Note: This role will require travel for extended periods outside of Kenya. For travelling purposes you will require a valid passport.

Interested candidates should forward their CVs to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 16th May, 2013 stating their current and expected remuneration, day time telephone contact and addresses of hree referees. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.