Finance Manager Job Opportunity in Kenya

Finance Manager  

Job Purpose:

Responsible for all financial management aspects of the Company’s operations. Provide leadership, direction and coordination on all financial issues in order to continuously drive the business to achieve excellence and optimal shareholder value.

Generic Duties:

• Formulate sound financial and accounting strategy, policies, procedures and systems to ensure effective control and accountability.
• Develop expenditure control systems, expenditure information and procedures and policies to ensure accountable spending of Group financial resources.
• Design, implement and maintain sound financial policies that lead to good business practice.
• Oversee and maintain adequate internal controls in line with the Company policy.
• Monitor variances on the Company’s budgets and cash flows.
• Prepare and produce quarterly and annual financial reports and monthly management & statutory accounts.
• Supervise, evaluate, train and direct the work of Accountants and Accounts Assistants under you.
• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards and regulations, in particular the IFRS and IAS reporting requirements.
• Analyze business trend for input in the strategic development of the business.
• Design strategies for overall optimization of the tax position of the Company ensuring no tax exposures but capitalizing on tax opportunities.
• Ensure compliance to legal, tax and other statutory obligations.
• Ensure full use of finance software to service business needs.
• Ensure preparation of company annual budget in liaison with Head of Departments.
• Monitoring of fixed asset schedule and control depreciation.
• Supervise proper filing of all accounting documents.
• Liaising with both Internal and External Auditors to ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Develop and direct the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs, and systems to meet the Group’s goals.
• Plan and manage the function of acquisition of the Company’s property.
• Carry out other roles as assigned from time to time.

Critical Skills:

• Analytical skills.
• Financial skills.
• Planning & organizational skills
• Team playing skills
• Good communication skills

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or other related area from a recognized University.
• CPA(K) qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in a busy organization.
• Computer literate
• Knowledge and experience in computerized accounting systems and tax procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
• Ability to think strategically

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application using the format below, with a detailed C.V stating your experience, with a list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Wednesday, November 9th, 2011.

Name:
CPA Qualification:
Degree:
Accounting Packages you are proficient in:
Current Position:
Present employer:
Previous Position:
Previous employer:
Total years of work experience:
Current Salary:
Desired Salary:
Why you are the right candidate for this position:

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

Network Operations Manager

Since our establishment in 1998, we have grown to become a leading and influential force in Africa’s communication industry, always striving to set the standard in offering quality service to all our stakeholders.

It has been by God’s grace that we have been proven time and again as “The Partner of Choice” by our various clients. This reputation has positioned us as the sector’s most prominent brand.

We seek a self driven person to join us in striving towards achieving our God given vision, in the following role:

Network Operations Manager

Purpose of Role

Reporting to the Country Manager, the Network Operations Manager has full responsibility over network performance and operations.

The incumbent will serve as single point of contact for the performance of the field operations and will recommend actions for performance improvement.

The jobholder will have oversight and supervision of Network Operations field staff and special responsibility of network operations assets (spare-parts, fuel, fleet).

He/she will manage NOC, and have oversight of maintenance CAPEX and OPEX.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electro- mechanical /Telecom Engineering.
• Specialized training in operation and maintenance of GSM equipment, specifically passive maintenance.
• Active maintenance experience will be an added advantage
• Minimum 3 years in Operations and Maintenance division.
• Should be able to manage OPEX. A working knowledge of finance is required
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP working environment is mandatory

Are you interested in joining our team?

Please send your application letter and your curriculum vitae to our Human Resource Manager through our email address jobs@linksoftsys.com or our postal address as follows:

Linksoft Communications Systems Limited,
Semco Park, off Mombasa Road,
P. O. Box 67136 - 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

Kindly note the Closing Deadline: 11th November 2011

For more information on this role, visit our careers page at www.linksoft.co.ke

OMEGA Risk Management - Finance Manager Job Vacancy - Nairobi, Kenya

OMEGA Risk Management is a well established and fast growing service provider in the field of Loss Prevention Services and Risk Management is seeking to employ a dynamic and well qualified Finance Manager.

Reporting to the General Manager & The Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager will be in charge of the overall accounting and financial management functions of the company. The job holder's role will include the following Key Result Areas

The Finance Manager will be responsible for efficient management of Financial Resources for the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the full finance and accounting function for the company, including the supervision of finance team
• Preparation of Financial Reports and producing accurate and timely monthly and year end management reports from Trial balance through P&L to Balance Sheet and variance analysis reports.
• Preparing annual budgets and monthly forecasts, coordinating budgeting and budgetary control procedures
• Updating and maintaining the day to day accounts for the company
• Reviewing, amending and clearing monthly accruals, and carrying out account balance reconciliations to ensure the integrity and reliability of the financial records
• Supervision of payroll processing
• Support business by contributing to the strategic planning and development through provision of advice and guidance on financial strategy;
• Formulation and implementation of sound financial and accounting policies and procedures
• Reviewing and strengthening internal controls and ensuring accounting standards are met
• Ensuring compliance with all legal, statutory and tax matters
• Liaison with the external auditors including managing the annual audit process and ensure all audit issues are resolved;
• Effective Management of recurrent and capital expenditure
• Responsible for the day to day operations of the Accounts Department
• Manage the finance department by establishing and implementing department goals and provide guidance and training to the finance team;
• Preparation, analysis and interpretation of variance reports. This includes performance contract, strategic plan and cash flow analysis

Qualifications, Experience & Capabilities

• Business degree majoring in Finance or Accounting with a professional accounting qualification such as CPA or ACCA.
• MBA in Finance will be an added advantage.
• Hands on experience in Audit
• Must have 5 years minimum experience in a similar post or as an Assistant Finance Manager
• Must be highly IT literate with hands on experience in computerized accounting applications/software.
• A strong team player of high integrity.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills

In your application, kindly indicate the expected salary, daytime mobile telephone contacts and contacts of Three Professional Referees.

A remuneration package commensurate with your experience and associated skills will be offered.

If you meet the above requirements please send your CV and application letter to recruitment@omegariskmngt.com by 12:00noon on 9th November, 2011.

Applicants must be ready to start work on or by 15th November, 2011

Regional Finance Manager - Nairobi, Kenya (US$33,600 to $ 49,644 Net per annum + benefits )

Organization: Horn Relief

Position Title: Regional Finance Manager

Reporting to: Operations Director

Working with: Country Program Managers in HQ and Country offices

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 1 year

Application Deadline: 15th November, 2011

Salary and Benefits: International contract: US$33,600 to $ 49,644 Net per annum plus housing allowance, insurance, education allowance and other benefits.

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an Africa based international development and humanitarian organization.

At Horn Relief, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We believe that environmental protection is the bedrock of a thriving community, so we aim to prevent, manage, and overcome situations that adversely affect communities’ wellbeing by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid and Influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future.

Currently, Horn Relief has programs in Somalia, Kenya and shortly beginning work in South Sudan. Our current donor portfolio includes European Commission, USAID, SIDA, CIDA, UNICEF, Government of Netherlands and others.

Primary Responsibilities

The Regional Finance Manager will be a full-time member of the Horn Relief staff, working with the teams in HQ, country offices and the field. The main responsibilities will be the planning and coordination of the activities of the finance unit by ensuring that the unit has adequate resources to effectively undertake its activities.

The Regional Finance Manager will be part of the senior management team of Horn Relief and will ensure compliance with all Horn Relief and donor financial policies and guidelines at all levels.

Financial Management

• Planning and coordinating the activities of the Finance unit by ensuring that the unit has adequate resources to effectively undertake its activities.
• Providing leadership and supervision to all staff in the units in regards to carrying out their daily tasks in an effective and efficient manner as per Horn Relief policies and procedures and donor requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation and monitoring of budgets for all projects/programmes as per Horn Relief and Donor formats, on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Ensure provision of timely and sound financial reports to the Management, donor and other stakeholders on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Represent Horn Relief in various forums and be able to proficiently report on Horn Relief activities effectively.
• Instituting organizational financial policies and procedures with the approval of the Operations Director and Executive Director, identifying where there are gaps and ensuring compliance to the said policies.
• Responsible for all financial issues and correspondence on financial matters with partners, donors and Government agencies.

Business planning and Donor management

• Prepare annual operations plan for the organization
• Review, revise, update financial operations policies and procedures as and when required
• Supervise budgeting and programme planning of country teams
• Manage the overall organizational cash flow
• Plan for the growth and expansion of the organization finance function
• Oversees and manages the annual auditing process and liaises regularly with auditors (internal and external), donors and government agencies.

Compliance and implementation of policies and procedures

• Ensure regular financial monitoring in the field /country sub offices are undertaken and any findings and recommendations are implemented in good time.
• Ensure the organization is in compliance with statutory laws and legislations
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, donor regulations and budget restrictions on all projects.
• Oversee the performance management of all finance staff and undertake annual performance review of finance managers

Capacity Building

• Provide orientation and training to the all managers in the organization on cost-effective management and Horn Relief’s financial policies and procedures
• Ensure Identification of any capacity gaps and ensure any capacity building needs in the finance department are identified.
• Ensure the planning and implementation of capacity building activities for Horn Relief finance staff and partners on timely and efficient manner.
• Manage, develop and mentor finance managers and ensure staffs develop competencies in the key functional areas.
• Ensure the identification of best practices within and outside of Horn Relief and help in the documentation and implementation of such practices

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Professional qualifications in accounting or CPA (K), ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent;
• A minimum of 6 years experience working in a similar position;
• Experience in managing multiple programmes and operations remotely
• Experience in institutionalizing financial policies and procedures and internal control systems;
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of organization;
• Previous experience in similar position will be an added advantage

Required Competencies

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written and the ability to work independently and as part of team;
• Diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills;
• Willingness to travel regularly to and within remote areas ( In Kenya, South Sudan and Somalia);
• Ability to function effectively in a complex work environment, set appropriate priorities and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements.
• Strong management skills and strong competencies in people management, capacity building and coaching;
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and financial applications such as sun systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong hand on experience and knowledge of institutional donor funding requirements and regulations particularly European commission, UN agencies, DFID and USAID to be able to advise program staff accordingly.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills as well as be ability to demonstrate experience of working with computerized accounting packages and spreadsheets with ability to transfer these skills to other users.
• Good knowledge of local and regional laws and statutory requirements
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to issues

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th November, 2011. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application package should include the following:

• Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information
• Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)
• Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org and hornreliefjobs@gmail.com with the subject line: Regional Finance Manager

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted