Furniture Industry Production Manager Job in Kenya

Job Title: Production Manager - Furniture Industry
 

Our client is a very well established, market leading renowned furniture and pine box manufacturing and fit out company based in the Nairobi are currently recruiting for a Production Manager with a minimum of 3 - 5 years experience in the Joinery industry, producing detailed Joinery drawings, cutting lists, setting out plans, site surveys etc.

Job Role: Prepare & co-ordinate detailed design drawings for all customers, considering all aspects of assembly, construction and installation.

The candidate will be working closely with project managers, responsible for full day to day running of our production workshops, managing timelines while meeting budgets.

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate design concepts with all designers, architects, sub-contractors
• Produce drawings to the appropriate level of detail (including specialist materials)
• Ensure drawings produced are cost efficient and in line with tender document
• Co-ordinate ordering of specialist materials with the Procurement Department, i.e. laminates, ironmongery & glass etc.
• General administrative duties relating to the design/drawing process
• Support all work colleagues and encourage team working

Essential Skills/Experience Required:

• Excellent command of joinery
• Refinishing processes and techniques
• Site management
• Workshop management
• Quoting / Estimates - Production coordination
• Budget management
• Technical design

Key Measures

• Customer feedback
• Time keeping & attendance
• Rate of errors
• Organized / Efficient
• Calm under pressure
• Self motivating
• People management skills

Qualification:

• Grade 1 carpentry/joinery certificate qualification
• 2 years experience working in workshop environment
• 2 years experience working as a production supervisor
• Must have at least two years management experience

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@odumont.com before end of day 25 February 2013. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Insurance Regulatory Authority Knowledge Management Officer and Accountant Jobs in Kenya

The Insurance Regulatory Authority is a State Corporation set up to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance sector in Kenya. 

The Authority is now seeking applications for the following vacant positions.
 

Knowledge Management Officer
 

Job Purpose
 

Reporting to the Policy, Research & Development Manager, the Knowledge Management Officer will be In Charge of developing and implementing effective knowledge management programs and activities and oversee the Authority’s Resource Centre/Library.
 

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, design, coordinate and implement comprehensive knowledge management initiatives and strategies.
• Conduct needs assessment and baseline surveys to determine the information needs of various Insurance Industry Players.
• Test Knowledge Management products and services for effectiveness, quality and responsiveness to the Authority’s needs.
• Create avenues for exchange of information, converting data into valuable information and ensuring its accessibility and usage.
• Maximize creation, discovery and dissemination of knowledge within the Authority.
• Assess knowledge management needs, develop strategies to meet those needs, identify and obtaining required resources and ensuring accessibility of these resources to the staff, management and stakeholders.
• Serve as a key contact for data requests by responding to queries and assisting clients in accessing Knowledge Management tools and resources.
• Conduct outreach programs and oversee training for staff and clients in use ofKnowledge Management tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information science/library science, or related discipline.
• Holders of Masters Degree in relevant fields will have an added advantage.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.
• Minimum eight (8) years experience in developing and implementing knowledge management programmes that contribute to strategic objectives in a reputable institution/library.
• Working knowledge of educational media and technology including the internet and its utilization for electronic learning.
• Proficiency in MS office suite.

Accountant
 

Overall Purpose
 

Responsible to the Senior Accountant for compiling and posting general ledger information and summaries concerning various financial transactions in order to ensure accurate and timely maintenance of accounting records in accordance with prescribed financial policies.
 

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Compile and post general ledger information and summaries concerning various financial transactions in order to ensure accurate and timely maintenance of accounting records
• Prepare general ledger journal entries to record cash, revenue, and expense activities.
• Carry out bank reconciliation, selected account reconciliation, including cash reconciliation as well as prepare other appropriate schedules as required
• To prepare and close monthly entries, analysis and reconcile all balance sheet accounts, prepare monthly financial statements and other accounting reports.
• To check and verify expenditure before preparing payment vouchers, cheques and remittance payments
• To prepare tax returns to ensure compliance with the required tax payment information and other statutory requirements
• Proper maintenance, storage, security and filing of all financial and accounting documents in order to ensure that they are properly kept accessible for action.
• Receive monthly levies and issue receipts in respect of all levies, license fee and all cash paid in.
• Making cash payments in respect of staff claims.
• To maintain and regularly reconcile assets register with the general ledger.
• Analyse cash paid in, out and cash balance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting Option) or related field
• Hold CPA ( K ) qualification
• Over five (5) years relevant work experience in the public sector in an equivalent position.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles, financial management and banking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as MS office and financial packages
• Should be below 35 years of age.

Terms of Offer
 

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate.
 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications enclosing copies of their certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving telephone contacts, e-mail addresses, current remuneration, names and contacts of three referees on or before 8th March, 2013 to:
 

The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
Zep -Re Place
P.O Box 43505-00100
Nairobi
 

Email: commins@ira.go.ke
 

Note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification

NCPD Technical Services Director, Corporate Services Director, Assistant Director of Population, Senior Population Programme Officer, Internal Auditor and Driver Jobs in Kenya

The National Council for Population and Development is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency. 

The Council seeks to fill the following vacant positions:

Advert No.001/2013

Director, Technical Services 

Grade NCPD 2
 

Reporting to the Director General
 

Duties and responsibilities

• providing strategic leadership on all matters pertaining to technical issues on population in the Council;
• overseeing development and implementation of the Council’s population research programme including projects proposals formulation and appraisal, research papers, programme data analysis and impact assessment;
• developing/updating national population policy and preparing policy briefs;
• supervising formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of national and county level strategies and plans for the national population policy;
• coordinating ongoing national and county level population programme activities including those undertaken by various stakeholders;
• developing annual and quarterly work plans, performance contracts and reports;
• coordinating international and regional population related initiatives, developing action plans and reporting progress; and,
• undertaking advocacy for support of population programmes and ensuring that the public is well informed on population and development through electronic and print media, barazas and other public fora;

Qualifications and Experience
 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• served in the grade of Deputy Director, Technical Services or in a comparable position in the public or private sector for a minimum period of four (4) years;
• a Masters degree in Population Studies, Demography or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• attended a Strategic Leadership and Development course or equivalent programme lasting not less than six(6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• demonstrated outstanding capability in development and implementation of population policies and programmes; and,
• shown merit and professional competency as reflected in work performance and results

Advert No.002/2013

Director, Corporate Services 

Grade NCPD 2
 

Reporting to the Director General
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• providing strategic leadership on all matters pertaining to financial management in the council;
• overseeing formulation and interpretation of financial policies, strategies and programmes;
• coordinating resource allocations in line with the council’s policies;
• prioritization of projects and activities for the purpose of financial management and reporting;
• overseeing of commitment of council’s resources and expenditure trends;
• offering resource based planning and performance measurements;
• overseeing human resource management, administrative and procurement matters;
• initiating and implementing maintenance of corporate image and appropriate customer care strategies; and,
• coordination of gender issues and integrity assurance.

Qualifications and Experience:-
 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• four(4) years experience in the position of Deputy Director, Finance or Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Administration or in a comparable position in a reputable organization;
• Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Human Resource Management or Public Administration from a recognized university;
• attended a Strategic Leadership and Development course or equivalent programmes lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution; and,
• shown merit and professional competency as reflected in work performance and results.

Advert No.003/2013

Assistant Director of Population 

Grade NCPD 4
 

Reports to Deputy Director, Technical Services and will be deployed to the Council Headquarters in any of the three main technical divisions.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• undertaking research on population issues and development of research papers;
• carrying out analysis of research documents prepared by stakeholders;
• implementation and updating of National Population Policy;
• development of policy briefs;
• coordination of population programmes /projects undertaken by various stakeholders and monitoring and evaluating ongoing projects /programmes;
• collecting ,receiving and analyzing programme data and assessing their impact on population issues;
• formulating and appraising project proposals;
• developing annual and quarterly work plans, performance contracts and reports;
• coordinating international and regional programmes and developing plans of action;
• ensuring that the public is well informed on key policy issues on population through publications, barazas, newsletters, mass media, electronic media, shows, exhibitions, conferences etc; and,
• carrying out advocacy for support on population programmes.

Qualifications and Experience
 

For appointment to this grade, one must have:-

• served in the grade of Senior Population Programme Officer or in a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least four (4) years;
• a Masters Degree in any of the following:- Economics, Population studies, Demography or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• computer application skills;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance andresults.

Advert No.004/2013

Senior Population Programme Officer

Grade NCPD 5
 

The officer will be deployed to a County Population Office and report to Assistant Director of Population, Programmes Coordination and M&E Division.

Duties and Responsibilities

• responsible for collecting, receiving and analyzing programme data and assessing its impact on population issues;
• formulating and appraising project proposals;
• developing annual and quarterly work plans;
• assisting in coordinating population programmes;
• developing plans of action;
• assist in dissemination of information to the public through publications, barazas, newsletters, mass media, shows, exhibitions, conferences etc; and,
• participate in carrying out population advocacy activities.

Qualifications and Experience
 

must have at least four(4) years experience in the grade of Population Programme Officer or equivalent position in the Public Service or in a reputable organization;
 

must have a Bachelors degree majoring in either Population Studies or Demography or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university:
 

or
 

a Bachelors degree in any the following Social Science disciplines: Statistics, Economics, Sociology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized university with a postgraduate qualification in either Demography or Population Studies;

• a Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Population Studies or Demography, Economics or any other relevant qualification from a recognized university;
• should have computer application skill; and,
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Advert No.005/2013

Internal Auditor
 

Grade NCPD 6
 

Reports to the Chief Internal Auditor.
 

Key Responsibilities

• assisting in undertaking specific audit assignments and preparing detailed audit observations and reports;
• assisting in carrying out institutional risk evaluation, and efficiency audit;
• assisting in conducting financial and systems audit;
• assisting in ensuring compliance with tax regulations and other statutory requirements; and,
• assisting in developing and updating of internal audit manual.

Qualifications and Experience

• four (4) years relevant experience in the Public Service or ina reputable organization.
• must have a Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting/Finance option)or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution and passed CPA II. A three parts of Certified Internal Auditor Exams will be an added advantage; and,
• must have computer application skills.

Advert No.006/2013

Driver II 

Grade NCPD 9
 

Reporting to Administrative Assistant in charge of logistics
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• driving and keeping assigned vehicle clean;
• detecting and reporting faults;
• carrying out minor repairs, including oiling and greasing;
• maintenance of a work ticket for vehicles assigned to him/her; and,
• ensuring safety of the vehicle, goods and passengers on and off the road.

Qualifications and Experience
 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ or its equivalent qualifications;
• clean driving license free from any endorsement;
• adequate knowledge of the highway code;
• at least four (4) years driving experience;
• a PSV certificate;
• occupational Test Grade III for drivers; and,
• a certificate of good conduct

Terms of Employment
 

The successful candidates for the post in Advertisement Nos. 001/2013 and 002/2013 will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term while those in Advertisement Nos. 003/2013 to 006/2013 will be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms.
 

Method of Application
 

Applicants who meet the above qualifications should send their applications including copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, a copy of identity card, detailed CV indicating work experience, three (3) names of references and daytime telephone numbers to:
 

The Director General
National Council for Population and Development
P. O. Box 48994-00100
Nairobi
 

so as to reach the Council on or before 8th March, 2013.
 

The advert number should be indicated on the envelope and the application letter.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Credit Controller Job Vacancy in Kenya

A fast growing consumer goods company is seeking to recruit a Credit Controller. 

The Credit Controller will:
 

Fully implement the company’s credit control policy
 

Allocate payments in accordance with customer remittances
 

Meet strict monthly and annually collections targets
 

Assess and evaluate the credit worthiness of new and existing customers in line with the credit policy
 

Monitor customers’ debt levels and credit risk to ensure adherence to the terms of trade
 

Ensure that customer complaints and queries are resolved expeditiously to facilitate collections and enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty
 

Analyse and prepare accounts receivables reports for decision making
 

Candidates with at least 3 years’ experience in credit control in a busy commercial environment are encouraged to apply. 

Please indicate your current pay and benefits on the application letter. Email your CV with 3 referees to: info@ezylife.co.ke on or before Friday 1st February 2013

Nuru International Chief Accountant Job in Isibania, Kuria West District, Kenya

Position: Chief Accountant at Nuru International Kenya
 

About The Organization:
 

Nuru International Kenya is an NGO committed to ending extreme poverty in remote, rural areas by offering locally-led training in agriculture, personal finance, healthcare, and education. 

Nuru focuses on cultivating service-minded leaders and equipping people with tools and knowledge to lead their communities out of extreme poverty. 

Using local income-generating activities, Nuru sustains its work and funds program scaling into neighboring districts – thereby multiplying impact. Nuru's vision is to create a world where people living in extreme poverty have the choice to determine their future.  

See www.nuruinternational.org
 

About The Position:
 

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Chief Accountant will hold a critical role in the organization. 

He/she will successfully manage the day-to-day finances and record-keeping processes of a large and rapidly growing organization.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished accountant, with a deep understanding and track record of managing accounts, who will play a pivotal role in Nuru’s next phase of development.
 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for development and implementation of accounting systems and procedures.
• Control of receipt books and other accounting documents such as cheque books, local purchase orders, requisition forms, etc.
• Custodian of cash boxes, stores and other accounting documents.
• Carrying out inspections occasionally and making reports to the Finance Manager.
• Attending to physical stock take, and managing inventories and asset tracking.
• Preparation of monthly statements of affairs, income and expenditure accounts
• Liaising with bank on any debits and credits which may appear to be incoherent, initiating necessary corrections and collecting paid up cheque, and that enough cash is maintained to meet daily payments.   
• Passing journal entries in ledgers
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Finance Manager.
• Manage efficient budgeting process.
• Manage weekly and monthly cash management processes.
• Manage semi-annual audits, generation of financial statements, and timely submission of legally required filings.
• Manage account clerks and other clerks.

Candidate Requirements:

• Passion for Nuru International Kenya’s mission and model.
• University degree such as B.Com (Accounting), Business Administration OR equivalent.
• Full professional accounting qualification: CPA (K), ACCA, ACA.
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, preferably within the NGO sector.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Chief Accountant, or accountant of similar responsibility.
• Mastery of MS Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word.
• Mastery of Quickbooks.
• Proven knowledge and experience in business planning and management.
• Proven knowledge and experience in Companies Act and statutory tax regulations.
• High degree of maturity, integrity and professionalism.
• Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high level of responsibility and multiple priorities.
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
• Fluency in English and Ki-Swahili required; fluency in Ki-kurian preferred but not required.

Location: Isibania, Kuria West District
 

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nuru International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 

Qualified Individuals, Please Apply:
 

Interested applicants should submit their testimonials including resume/CVs and cover letter supported by at least two known references. 

Please complete your application in English, include your phone number, and turn it in at our offices / Human Resources Manager at our main office (see PO Box for mailing information) or email it to chiefaccountantjob@nuru.co.ke. 

Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.
 

Interview arrangements: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Only shortlisted candidates or proposals will be contacted.

Talinda East Africa Office Administrator Job in Kenya

Talinda East Africa, a Kenyan medium sized value added reseller of VoIP, IP PBX, Wi-Fi and SBC solutions are recruiting an Office Administrator. 

Reporting to the General Manager, the position serves to effectively manage the office operations and accounting. 

Core responsibilities: 

A. General Office Administration 

• Ensure procedures are followed in procurement of all materials and services. 
• Assist with HR, filing, letters, HR calendar of events, leave administration and pay slip management.
• Ensure all sales leads collected are entered in-to the Lead database correctly and all customer contacts are recorded on the customer database. 
• Ensure all bid documents are collected, completed and delivered on time by the relevant sales staff. 
• Stock, Office equipment and furniture management and maintenance. 
• Manage the office reception area; receiving and transferring incoming calls, Welcoming visitors, preparing office refreshments and ensuring the office is clean and tidy at all times. 
• B. Accounting 
•  Entry of sales invoices and expense receipts to the accounting software (QuickBooks) and proper manual filing of all documents. 
• Petty cash management
• General ledger maintenance 
• Preparation of monthly Financial Management Reports(Profit and Loss Statement, Balance sheet, Accounts Receivables Report and Accounts Payable Report)
• Calculation of monthly VAT liability, completion and submission of VAT returns 
• Bank Reconciliation 
• Monthly Payroll Administration 
• Accurate Government and local tax calculations(NHIF,NSSF,PAYE,HELB) 
• Give advice on internal control systems to facilitate proper cash management and ensure all statutory deductions are submitted on time every accounting period. 
• Follow-up on all receivables, deliver invoices/statements on time and collect payment 

Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of CPA II with a Diploma/Degree from a recognized Institution. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge of QuickBooks, Microsoft office packages particularly Excel 
• Good oral and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. 
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Immediate availability 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed cover letter and CV indicating their current remuneration to recruit@talinda.net so as to reach on or before 25th January 2013. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Independent Financial Advisors Jobs in Kenya

Job Title / Function:  Independent Financial Advisors
Department: Business Development
Reports to: Senior Advisor
 

Overall Purpose of the Job
 

After understanding client needs, to explain to the client what gaps they have in their financial planning and   provide solutions for these gaps.
 

To get the client to sign up with solutions from us.

To provide “wow” after sales service.

Main Activities and Tasks
 

Achieve sales targets set by management
 

Prospect clients through:

Cold calling

Personal networking

Standard referral system

Group presentations

Participating in expos and marketing events

• Create need for WIS products in prospective clients
• Generate business via cross-selling to existing clients
• Present periodic reports on performance to supervisor
• Attend and participate company sponsored corporate events
• Liaise with internal departments in order to service clients.
• Service existing client via:

Personal visits

Telephone calls

Email correspondence
 

Education / Professional Qualifications

• University degree, preferably in a Business related field.
• Professional qualification in financial advisory
• Computer literate and possessing excellent communication, organizational and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the local and International Financial Markets.

Skills

Communication

• Must have good communication skills that reflect a professional image of the Company in order to cultivate and develop a long-term relationship with clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Should be able to comprehend and execute instructions from superiors.
• Outgoing and passionate about working with and for people.

Co-operation

• Should be able to work closely as a team member with colleagues and superiors.

Initiative

• Innovative, proactive and creative, especially with regards to developing systems, policies, procedures and problem solving.
• Must be able to react and keep abreast of daily changes in the industry.
• Must be able to think fast and provide solutions to problems and client expectations.
• Should have the ability to develop and derive new procedures and processes to improve customer service.

Adaptability

• Should be able to handle pressure and stress of customer and staff demands.
• Should be able to handle pressure and stress of an excessive workload and extra responsibilities at times.
• Is open to and is able to cope with change, is able to deal with ambiguity as a result of change.
• Good time management and multi tasking skills.

Experience

• At least 1 year experience on selling financial products, or 3 years experience in Corporate Sales.

Personality Requirements

• Honest and Hardworking with the ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all correspondence and process.
• Quick thinker – is able to think on their feet.
• Resilient – Emotionally restrained, rarely upset by criticism.
• Takes the initiative within the freedom to act.
• Optimistic – Able to keep spirits up despite setbacks.
• Innovative – generates ideas, showing ingenuity and thinks up solutions.
• Achievement/ results oriented – Needs to do well, enjoys challenges, and is strongly motivated to achieve impressive results.
• Assertive - will put forward an idea or view despite opposition and without violating rights of others.
• Affiliative – shares with and consults others, enjoys working in a collaborative context.
• Socially Confident – At ease with meeting people, knows what to say and is quick to establish rapport.

Email: muthoni.ngaru@hallmarkrecruitment.com

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy in Kenya - Beauty and Cosmetic Industry

Our client in the beauty and cosmetic industry is looking for a Senior Accountant.
 

Job purpose:
 

The senior accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
 

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and year- end financial statements.
• Manage administration, personnel issues and payroll preparation.
• Working Capital management.
• Budget and cash flow preparation, control and financial forecasting.
• Treasury control and safeguarding of company assets.
• Liaise with external auditors to ensure timely annual audit of the company financial statements.
• Manage risk by ensuring the company has proper insurance covers.
• Manage all office related purchases.
• Setting up internal controls and ensuring proper implementation of the same.
• Work closely with logistics manager to ensure timely clearance of goods and payment of the related taxes.
• Negotiation of contracts with service providers for best quality service at reasonable prices.
• Ensure all taxes and other statutory deductions are paid timely.
• Revenue control and management.
• Handle all company insurances including claims.
• Supervise management of company bank accounts and cash including monthly bank reconciliations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Should have 4 years and above experience in the same position.

Email cv to riona@kentrain.co.ke by 30th of November 2012

Senior Accountant Job in Kenya

Senior Accountant

Major Responsibilities And Key Tasks

• Direct the organization’s financial goals, objectives, and budgets
• Take responsibility for overall management and delivery of the business plan.
• Ensure that appropriate financial regulations policies and controls are in place and in use at all times.
• Prepare and review detailed budgets for approval by management.
• Take up the role of implementing a new accounts/erp system
• Maintain day-to-day financial and operational control of the service within budget
• Make regular reports to the management on income, expenditure, and any variations from budgets.
• Ensure all finances are properly administered and monitored, including credit control and allocation of resources.
• Oversee the investment of funds and manage associated risks
• Oversee cash management activities; execute capital raising strategies to support the firm’s expansion.
• Monitor and control the flow of cash receipts and disbursements to meet the business and Investment needs of the firm.
• Monitor and ensure collection of present and past-due accounts.
• Take charge of preparation of management accounts.
• Oversee programs to minimize risks and losses that might arise from financial transaction and business operations undertaken by the company.
• Payroll processing
• Identify and advice the Human Resources Manager on the plans for company’s financial Training and development needs.
• Review of daily reports of Assistant Accountants and presentation of daily report to the director
• Any other duties as assigned by the management

Qualifications

• CPA-K
• Over 5 years experience in accounting, 3 of which should be in a senior accountant role
• Diploma in IT
• Experience in implementation of a financial accounting system will be an added advantage
• Highly organized, professional, analytical and adept problem-solver.
• Positive attitude, sound work ethic and an ability to follow instructions
• Good knowledge and understanding of various areas of accounting- payables, receivables and cost accounting

If you meet the above requirements, apply online by sending your CV to ckenya.ltd@gmail.com clearly indicating SENIOR ACCOUNTANT on the subject line to be received on or before 29th October 2012

Administrator/Accountant Job in Kenya

Administrator/Accountant

Summary Job Description:

A leading shipping and logistics company in East Africa requires young and dynamic administrative and/or accounting professionals to take challenging but rewarding functions in the company Reporting to the Group Finance & Administration Manager, the functions of this job will include carrying out of day to day administrative and accounting responsibilities, payroll management, tax and other statutory returns and regular preparation of reports to the management and the group.
 

Location of the job: Dar Es Salam, Tanzania

Years of Experience: at least 2 years post qualification experience in a similar position in a commercial organization. Experience in shipping, logistics, importation and Freight Forwarding will be an added advantage

Job description:

• Handle the full day-to-day accounting:
• Responsible for the full accounts payable process
• Responsible for the full accounts receivable process
• Responsible for all general ledger transactions
• Responsible for maintaining the fixed asset register and correct booking of the depreciation cost.
• Responsible for bank reconciliation
• Booking of the realized and unrealized foreign exchange
• Reconcile all balance sheet and profit and loss accounts on monthly basis
• Book and reconcile the payroll and comply to all the local schedules and filing (TIN PAYE, NHIF, SDL, etc)
• Comply with the local and statutory requirement (VAT, Corporate tax declaration, prepare annual accounts)
• Prepare the interim and the year-end external audit according to group guidelines.
• Management reporting: ensuring correct and timely input, that procedures are followed and that deadlines are respected
• Ensuring that internal control systems and procedures are set up and correctly applied in order to minimize risks and maximize profits for the company.
• Optimizing the current accounting system and organizing/controlling the accounting process according to the group standards.
• Weekly and monthly financial reporting to the GFAM.
• Providing management with timely, standardized, accurate and relevant business decision information
• Supervising and organizing timely and correct legal and mandatory filings and reporting
• Reporting on variances and suggesting where corrective action is required
• Ensuring compliance with corporate policy (fixed assets, stock, inventory related accounts and standard costs).
• Study of the financial aspects and feasibility of specific projects as needed, including contract negotiations
• Yearly commercial budgeting together with commercial team, and monthly follow-up
• Designing and implementing a system for management accounting
• Monitoring exchange rates and covering the risk of devaluation.
• Assume responsibility of all insurances and risk in the company (including credit insurance, with correct reporting)
• Preparations of all weekly debtors and creditors reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that financial costing are accurate
• Preparation of budgets.
• Carrying our routine office and administrative responsibilities
• Any and all other matters that may arise from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of commerce or Business Administration or CPA K.
• At least 2 years working experience in a busy accounting environment in a shipping or C&F company.
• Proficient in all computer application packages.
• Hands on experience with computerized accounting applications such as QuickBooks and Pastel systems (ERP).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High degree of integrity.
• Should be easily integrated into the company and department.
• Can work under minimal supervision and pressure to meet strict deadline.

The selected individual shall be expected to work with minimum supervision and should therefore be initiative, self-driven, honest and responsible.

Applications to be made through to: apply@kenyajobsconnection.com

BASF Accounts Manager and Market Developer Jobs in EA

(Very Attractive Salaries)
Our client BASF under instruction from BASF South Africa wishes to recruit the following candidates.

Accounts Manager (Eastern Africa)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will be in charge of the entire BASF Polyurethanes’ customer portfolio in Eastern Africa.
• Graduate in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry; alternatively, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• MBA with sales experience will be an added advantage.

Market Developer (Ethiopia)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will identify industry trends & business potentials for BASF in construction and home plus personal care.
• He / she will build and strengthen networks with established distributors in Ethiopia.
• Graduate preferably MBA, minimum 4 years relevant experience.

Apply via email only so as to reach us by 12Noon 8th October 2012 to
recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.