Job description
Spire Education is seeking a Finance Manager to plan and direct accounting activities within the Finance department by building financial systems and controls and be responsible for the financial health of a company.
This is an exciting professional and personal growth opportunity for an ambitious individual who enjoys building financial systems
Responsibilities
Manage and set up income expenditure monitoring systems; keep them under close review and make improvements where relevant
Manage bank reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable and prepare balance sheets and invoices
Review & approve payment vouchers and journal entries as well as ensuring timely closing of accounts
Update QuickBooks and internal systems with financial data and prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
Monitor the use of Spire’s financial resources and budgets by employees, suppliers, partners or others and follow up on outstanding invoices
Take charge of all internal and external annual audits
Coordinate with the global team to align financial policies, expenditures and procedures
Provide advice and recommendations on financial procedures and practices, as required
Prepare requests for cash and ensures all disbursements have appropriate supporting documents and reconcile any discrepancies
Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data
Create P9 reports and monthly financial reports
Maintain awareness of new or changes to existing policies, advise the team on the implications and ensure compliance
Administer payroll, NHIF, NSSF, withhold and administer VAT
Does this sound like you?
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Business (Accounting or Finance option) or any other related field from a recognized university.
Have attained full accounting qualifications (CPAK and ACCA)
A Master’s Degree in either Accounting/Finance is an added advantage.
5+ years experience in Financial leadership role
Experience working with accounting software, Netsuite, Quick books, Pastel, Sage, Oracle
Highly analytical with high proficiency in Ms. Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, Creative and a self-initiator, Super Organized & Results-focused
Able to work with short timelines on deliverables and multiple requests at a time
Comfortable with Start-up environment; Aggressive goals and targets, Open company culture, Flat company structure and strong Team spirit
SQL knowledge a plus
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