Adept Kenya Jobs. Finance Business Partner

Adept Systems Jobs In Kenya. Finance Business Partner Manager.

Reporting to the Finance Director – ESA the key responsibilities for the position include:

Business Partnering

Provide financial leadership through value adding analysis and insights.
Champion Innovative Business Partnering.
Partner with marketing director ESA.
Conduct internal and external data intelligence and compile competitor intelligence data.

Operational

Prepare category business plans.
Ensure timely delivery of the Financial for the Sales and Operational Plan within the forecasting policy and timings.
Ensure timely pricing reviews for Domestic, transfer pricing, staff shop pricing and export pricing and issuing new prices where relevant in line with agreed timings.
Overall responsibility for accuracy of Cost Sheets.
Monitor A&P spend to ensure in line with budget and agreed plans.
Ensure results analysis by category are done and cascaded to the teams in a timely, accurate manner.
Overall responsibility of allocation basis and ensuring that they are in line with SCOA (jointly with ESA Information Manager).

People

Responsible for review and supervising the quality of partnering work with the category teams.
Coach and develop staff to deliver broad based successful finance professionals offering financial leadership to the business.
Address skill gaps within the category accountant team by ensuring that relevant training is provided.

Requirements:

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance/Accounting Masters in Business Administration (MBA).
ACCA/ CFA/ CPA qualification.
At least 7 years experience in a similar role.
Good working knowledge of management accounting and financial accounting principles and policies.
Performance reporting, financial planning, decision support and ad hoc evaluation.
Strong IT skills.
Strong analytical, influencing and communication skills
Experience in core Finance in an Operating Company will be an added advantage
Ability management to deal with large number of contacts, across countries, and including senior in Category and Operating Companies.
Business partnering experience will be preferred

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 14th October 2011 to:

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

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Feed The Children Kenya Job Grants Accountant.

Feed The Children - Kenya is seeking to recruit the position of Grants Accountant.

This is a one year renewable contract.

Based in Nairobi, the incumbent will report to the Finance Manager.

Major responsibilities:

•Assist program coordinators in preparation and review of grant budgets and monitoring to ensure compliance with donor requirements.
•Prepare accurate quarterly and annual financial reports and ensure they are timely as per requirements.
•Build the capacity of Feed The Children program staff and partners in management of donor funds.
•Preparing donor contracts/agreements/guidelines and terms of reference.
•Participate and guide preparation of departmental annual program budgets based on set guidelines.
•To be the custodian of accurate asset register of various assets, as pertaining to various projects.
•Follow up and implement audit recommendations and ensuring compliance with existing contracts and agreements.
•Prepare analysis reports and interpret financial information plus developing strategies for cost cutting measures within the organization.
•Prepare tax exemption applications on grant requirements and ensure that all government, financial and legal requirements are adhered to.
•Assist the Finance Manager in performing other finance activities for the organization.
Minimum Qualifications

•Holder of Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or other relevant field. A Master’s degree in Finance will be an added advantage.
•CPA (K) holder and member of ICPAK.
•Minimum five years of experience in grant accounting in an international organization.
•Excellent knowledge in managing donor Funds.
•Experience in use of accounting and grant-management systems: Proficiency in QuickBooks essential.
•Strong interpersonal skills, with high ethical standards.
If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send your application letter, detailed CV, and email contacts of three (3) references; to hr@feedthechildren.co.ke by 27th September 2011.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Finance & Operations Advisor Career Opportunity in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Finance & Operations Advisor

Description:

The Finance & Operations Advisor based in Nairobi, Kenya will serve as part of the senior technical team responsible for strengthening the financial management systems, tools and processes within a medical supply agency.

Specific areas of support will include improving internal audit and financial controls, procurement processes and financial monitoring and tracking.

In addition, applicants will be required to facilitate creation of new policies, processes and technologies to support improved financial management and performance. This project is fast-paced, dynamic and demanding.

Candidates should be able to perform under pressure and be proactive.

Key duties include:

• Review, analyze and update financial management policies/procedures to meet international standards.
• Strengthen financial, audit and procurement systems to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
• Analyse finance and operations process related data and define new financial and operational metrics to generate accurate and timely financial information to support operational, policy and advocacy decisions.
• Strengthen internal audit policies/procedures and financial controls in line with accounting and auditing principles and standards to meet accepted international standards including in the United States of America.
• Create, maintain and archive technical documentation of the process improvement.
• Work closely with medical supply agency counterparts and the Project Team to develop and implement a comprehensive capacity building strategy to address financial management capacity building needs within the medical supply agency.

Required qualifications include:

• Advanced degree in accounting, Finance, business administration, or other related field is required.
• CPA, ACCA or equivalent training required.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience of proven track record in accounting and financial management systems in public or private institutions or donor-funded programs in Kenya.
• Demonstrated financial management, procurement, accounting, internal auditing, and planning, capacity building and communication skills.
• Functional expertise with the financial module of ERP systems.
• Experience working with senior levels of government, policy makers, executives and senior managers to achieve established goals and lasting results.
• Proven ability to mentor, motivate and work as part of a team.
• Candidate must be proactive and be able to seek information, evaluate financial management systems, provide concise recommendations and implement solutions in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience ¡n a preparing organisations for donor funding rules and regulations.
• Strong experience in technical writing and communication is an added advantage.

Deloitte seeks to recruit well qualified personnel for an ongoing USAID-funded medical supply chain project.

Interested persons should submit a CV and cover letter in Microsoft Word format within 10 days of this publication to info@kspkenya.com.

Subject line of: “Finance & Operations Advisor”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

TJRC Assistant Director Accounts Vacancy Kenya

Background Information

The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No 6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.

The Commission invites applications from qualified Kenyans to fill the following position:

VAN/26/10/TJRC/FA/

Assistant Director Accounts

Reporting to the Director, Finance and Administration and responsible for all finance and account services at the Commission.

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

Preparation of budget
Interpretation of financial policies,
Budgetary controls and making financial returns;
Monitoring financial expenditure trends
Projections for the monthly and quarterly reports and ensuring cash flow are not disrupted;
Control and coordination of both routine and none routine accounts;
Accurate preparation of financial statements and overall expenditure of the organization;
Safe custody of the Commission’s assets and records under him/her and providing guidance to officers under him/her.

Requirements for appointment

Have a Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and a Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
Have worked for at least eight (8) years in accounts profession in a large organization in Public or Private Sector, three (3) of which should be in the middle management;
Have attended relevant finance management course from a recognized institution;
Have shown demonstrable professional competence in finance and accounts work;
Be fully conversant with accounts based computer applications.
Knowledge and practical use of Navision accounting will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of GOK financial management systems will also be an advantage.

Important information for all candidates

Duration of appointment: 12 Months or to the termination of the Commission’s statutory mandate whichever is earlier Salary Kshs 150,000 per month

Duty Station: Nairobi

All applications must quote the vacancy title and number (VAN) on the subject line (if the application is sent by email) or on the face of the envelope (if the application is sent by post).

Applicants that do not meet the minimum requirements in relation to education, work experience and competencies will not be considered.

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will automatically disqualify a candidate.

Only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

Email applications should be sent by E-Mail to hr@tjrckenya.org

or by post to:

The Recruitment Team
Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission
NHIF Parking Complex, 5th Floor
Ragati Road, off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 14641-00800 Nairobi.

Deadline for application: 30th September 2011

KICC Financial Controller, Security & Safety Manager, Assistant Supply Chain Manager and Sales Executive Jobs in Kenya

The Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) is established as a State Corporation under the State Corporation Act Cap 446 to discharge the following mandates:

- Promote and market conference tourism locally and internationally;

- Monitor the quality and standard of conference facilities and advice both private and public investors on improvement of such facilities;

- Plan and implement the expansion and modernization of existing conference facilities and develop new ones; and

- Carry out any other mandate relevant to its principal mandate.

KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable persons and invites applications for the posts indicated below:

i. Applicants should be computer literate to be able to work in a highly computerized environment.

ii. Applicants should be self driven, highly motivated, energetic and team players.

iii. Applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills.

iv. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Financial Controller

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

• Coordinate the establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedure in compliance with statutory regulations.
• Coordinate the preparation and evaluation of annual and revised Corporation’s and departmental budgets and establish a sound budgetary system.
• Provide professional advice on the optimal capital expenditure decisions, resource allocation and utilization of the Corporation assets.
• Ensure the preparation of monthly, quarterly and financial statements and management reports.
• Liaise with external organization, governmental agencies and ministries including external audit.

Reporting to the General Manager Finance & Administration, the ideal candidate will:

• Possess Bachelor of commerce in (Accounting/Finance)
• CPA (K)
• ICPAK membership
• Business planning and budgeting experience
• Knowledge of Computerized Accounting packages
• Have at least five (5) years relevant experience as a senior Accountant
• Experience in a reputable firm
• Asset management skills

Security & Safety Manager

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

• To oversee the protection and guarding of the premises (property, tenants, guests and staff).
• Develop and implement the Corporation’s disaster-preparedness strategies and policies.
• Liaise with external organization, governmental agencies and ministries on security issues.
• Coordinate the establishment and implementation of crime preventive and detection strategies
• Carry out investigations on all incidents of security nature conclusively.
• Identify cost effective opportunities for improvement of security and safety within the Corporation
• Managing outsourced security service providers
• Enforce safety measures and discipline through strict controls and sensitization programs
• Ensure effectiveness of CCTV surveillance at the Corporation.

Reporting to the General Manager Operations, the ideal candidate will:

• Possess Bachelors degree in social sciences or relevant field
• Diploma in criminology or security will be an added advantage
• Chief Inspector of Police or equivalent
• Conversant with CCTV surveillance systems
• Crime detection and investigation skills
• Report writing and Presentation skills
• Business planning and budgeting
• Experience in a reputable firm
• 5 Years working experience in a Management position
• Able to work under pressure, meet targets and manage conflicting priorities

Assistant Supply Chain Manager

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

• Ensure procurement of goods and services is done in accordance with KICC’s procurement policies
• Assist in the management of the procurement budget in accordance with the KICC’s overall business strategy
• Participate in the annual pre-qualification of suppliers of goods and services
• Participate in the process of procurement of plant equipment, goods and services
• Coordinate the preparation, circulation and evaluation of tenders in liaison with the relevant departments and tender committee
• Ensure that the Corporation gets value for money through procurement of high quality goods and services
• Participate in the verification and disposal of surplus and obsolete stores
• Ensure that maximum safety and security conditions in stores are maintained
• Management of existing and new contracts

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the ideal candidate will:

• Possess Bachelor of Commerce/Supplies/Economics
• Higher Diploma, Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supplies CIPS (Final) in Purchasing and Supplies.
• Compliant to the Supplies Practioners’ Management Act, 2007
• Member Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
• Knowledge and skills in Public Procurement regulations
• Experience in a reputable firm
• Three (3) years working experience with at least one (1) year in the similar position

Sales Executive

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

• Ensure that the set sales targets are realized consistently in value and volume.
• Implement the agreed marketing promotional activities.
• Recruit and develop customers into growth.
• Co-ordinate the Sales performance of various products to ensure overall segment target is achieved.
• Regularly analyze sales and take corrective action to achieve targets.
• Provide sales forecast and feedback to the sales manager to plan for current and future capacities and as inputs into the supply chain planning.
• Analyze on a regular basis own sales and competitors’ as well as trends in the industry.

Reporting to the Sales Manger, the ideal candidate will:

• Possess Bachelor of Commerce/Business Administration (Marketing )
• CIMA, Post Graduate Diploma - (MSK, KIM) will be an added advantage
• Consumer and customer marketing knowledge
• Good knowledge of products of the meeting industry.
• Client profiling skills
• 2 Years working experience in a similar position
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets and manage conflicting priorities
• Have shown ability and merit in work performance
• Clean valid driving license

Applications including updated Curriculum Vitae’s and copies of certificates should reach the undersigned by 5th October, 2011.

Note: No on-line application.

The Managing Director
The Kenyatta International Conference Centre
P O Box 30746-00100
Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Highlight any special needs.

Kenyatta International Conference Centre is an Equal Opportunity employer.

PWC Finance Advisory Manager / Senior Manager (Finance, Strategy & Operations) Job in Kenya

Finance Advisory Manager / Senior Manager (Finance, Strategy & Operations)

We are seeking to strengthen our Finance Advisory services by recruiting highly motivated and qualified professionals to fill the positions of Senior Manager / Manager.

As a seasoned Finance Advisory manager / senior manager, you will support clients in Finance Strategy, Operations and Enterprise Performance Management to help build world class finance
functions or address finance transaction needs.

The job holder will lead and manage consulting assignments in strategy, operational effectiveness, financial reviews, strategic cost management, cost analysis, business process reviews, business planning, finance transformation, CFO strategy and feasibility studies.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking business development through active identification of leads, conversion of leads to expressions of interests, proposals and engagements
• Responsibility for delivery of client work and management of assignment economics
• Apply leading practice finance and accounting transaction processing analysis in one or more core finance areas Record-to-Report (RtR), Procure-to-Pay (PtP), Order-to-Cash (OtC) to design and implement new re-engineered processes in the operating model
• Work collaboratively with client team to strategise and deliver efficiency in the operating model through shared services and outsourcing solutions
• Guide client and team through Finance Transformation initiatives (as-is documentation and to-be design of processes, related organization/role design and enabling technologies)
• Guide client team through balance scorecard development, requirement definition for operational reports, service level agreements, and process KPI’s
• Guide through design and implementation of shared services operating model and including business case development, governance and service management
• Manage transitions of M&A initiatives for post-integration support for organization to target organization - including transition management, knowledge transfer, process re-engineering
• Directly supervise the work of others on a small/medium sized team including mentoring, coaching, and providing advice on procedures/work methods
• Develop detailed work plans, direct project teams, deliver status, meet deadlines, manage to budget, meet or exceed quality standards
• Guide team through problem definition, issue identification and work plan development using problem solving principles and past experience

The role requires you to have 5 years experience in consulting or in Finance and Accounting back-office operations, e.g. Accounts Payable, Order Management, Accounts Receivables, Collections, General Ledger, Asset Management, Financial Reporting, Management Reporting, Budgeting and Forecasting and a minimum of 2 years of managing financial process projects.

At least 1 year in management role on an implementation of finance operations will be preferred.

You will need to have a first degree in a relevant field and professional qualification (CPA/CFA/CA/MBA/CMA).

If you are keen on developing your career in this area and for more details on the role, visit us at www.pwc.com/ke/careers and apply online.

The closing date is 31 October 2011.

Grain Bulk Handlers Vacancies Kenya

Grain Bulk Handlers Limited is the market leader in handling bulk grain in the port of Mombasa.

We are looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacancies at our grain terminal.

Terminal Manager

The position reports to the Managing Director.

The incumbent will responsible for efficient and cost effective management of the Terminal.

Key Responsibilities:

General management of the Terminal operations and maintenance functions.
Preparation of periodic budgets and plans.
Preparation of reports and analysis of terminal performance.
Liaison with customers and other terminal users to ensure delivery of efficient and timely services.
Ensure adherence to Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Essential Qualifications and skills:

A relevant University degree in Business Administration or International Trade and Finance.
Minimum of 10 Years practical experience in management at senior management level.
Working Knowledge of International Trade.
Competent with Computer Software Packages.
Valid Driving license
Team Player with good communication and interpersonal management skills
Innovative, analytical and developmental skills.

Information Technology Manager

The position reports to the Finance Director.

The incumbent will work closely with the other departments to render IT services.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and develop systems and procedures to improve the operating quality and efficiency of the department
Direct staff in the development, analysis, and preparation of reports
Supervise staff ¡n accordance with company policies and procedures
Monitor the LAN resources for security and performance issues
Maintain & repair, where possible, all IT equipments
Planning and coordinating security measures, performance monitoring and tuning of servers
Maintain site licenses for the organization
Plan and implement network security, including building firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications, managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users
Develop and conduct various training and instruction for system users on operating systems, relational databases, and other applications; assist users in maximizing use of networks and computing systems
Identify utilization patterns and their effect on operation/system availability and performance expectations
Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network
Communicating regularly and working closely with other department Heads
Be a Team Player with good communication and interpersonal people management skills.

Essential Qualifications and skills:

Minimum base qualification required is Bachelors in IT/Computer Science.
Fully familiar with Microsoft Windows operating systems md. desktop and server versions, Windows 98, 2K, XP, NT server, and 2K12K3 server, etc.
Good knowledge of Active Directory, Exchange 2003 mail server, and other applications relating to networking.
Software installation, backup, archive, hardware and software troubleshooting
Printer and system maintenance
Advance knowledge of database implementation, Microsoft Sever Management and SQL programming (DDL/DML)
Advance knowledge of Crystal Reports and web based reporting
Previous software programming experience would be an advantage with displayed experience of C++
Knowledge and support of Solomon System will be an added advantage.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in system & network administration and user help desk support.

If you are the ideal candidate and are looking to build your career in General Port Management or Information Technology, send your application together with a detailed CV to the address below.

Human Resource and Administration Manager.
P.O.Box 80469 - 80100,
Mombasa

Or e-mail it to: gbh@grainbulk.com

Grain Bulk Handlers Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 7th October 2011.

Hyundai Finance Manager Job Kenya

We are Authorized Distributor for Hyundai Motor Company in Kenya and we are dealing in Selling of vehicles and providing after sales services.

The company is seeking to recruit a high caliber candidate to fill the position of Finance Manager in Kenya.

Position Summary:

This is a senior position and calls for a high level of maturity and ability to effectively interact and operate independently the entire functions of finance division.
Responsibilities:

Preparing and presenting monthly MIS reports to CEO / Head office, including Key Business performance indicators and analysis of variances against budget within specified deadlines;
Handling day to day operation of Finance Department including dealing with local banks;
Monthly Budget and Cash flow Projection preparation and reporting;
Annual Financial reporting in liaison with external auditors;
Compliance with all tax, company secretarial and regulatory requirements;
Maintenance and implementation of effective financial and internal control systems and development of internal control procedures;
Maintenance of all financials and accounting records of the company;
To act as the custodian of all company assets at all times;
Supervision and maintenance of the integrity and security of the operating accounting software and all accounting records and ensure regular backups and disaster recovery plans are in place.

Minimum Requirements:

The successful candidate will have:

A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting or related field and must be a fully qualified Accountant with ACCA or CPA or equivalent qualification;
A minimum of 5 years working experience as a Finance Manager or similar capacity;
Well versed with accounting software and applications;
Good understanding of International Accounting Standards;
Excellent verbal and written communication.

Key Evaluation Criteria:

Good communication and interpersonal skills;
Strong thinker with strong business and commercial sense;
Proactive, confident, energetic and ability to work under pressure;
Team player with pleasant outgoing personality and ability to develop effective relationship;
High level of integrity and strong work ethic.

Prospective candidates may send their applications along with detailed C.V. with latest passport size photograph, copies of academic certificates, as well as names and addresses of two references to:

Hyundai East African Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 25113 – 00603,
Nairobi, Kenya.

Email: careers@hyundai.co.ke