Job Summary
The role will oversee all accounting, reporting and compliance activities with support from regional, global and SSC teams. The responsibilities include working as a single point of contact (SPOC) for all local finance activities as well as providing sound leadership as part of the Kenya Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure Compliance to Corporate Controllership Policies (CCP’s) and FCPA (vendor approvals)
Preparation and submission of quarterly controllership and tax certifications
Preparation of monthly tax provisions; US and statutory tax reporting
Review of quarterly tax submissions / tax forecasts to USA/annual SEC and GDX packs
Preparation of annual and provisional income tax returns
Internal audits, USGAAP/external audits and statutory returns
Prepare annual financial statements and drive IFRS conversions when necessary
Approval of all balance sheet reconciliations
Preparation of legal entity cashflow forecasts and cash management (incl A/R mgt)
Month end closing activities – TB review (P&L and Balance Sheet)
Calculation and payment of provisional taxes in liaison with tax coordinator
Approval of electronic vendor payments (account signatory)
Maintain relationships with 3rd parties ie vendors, bank, tax authorities, auditors etc
Providing support to business and finance projects
Cost centre; Balance sheet and Tax reviews
Provide support to costing team on stock counts and controls.
Manage local entity SLA’s with SSC
Drive local annual budget process
Drive annual fixed assets verifications
Business partnering and site visits for training, expense reporting, CCP’s
Academic Qualification Requirements
Undergraduate degree in business or related field
Professional qualification in accounting or finance (CPA/Chartered Accountant)
Related Job Experience/Qualifications
8-10 years experience in finance, including specific experience in financial, cost, and management accounting.
SAP working knowledge
Good working knowledge of local statutory compliance requirements
Thorough understanding of USGAAP and IFRS concepts
Excellent analytical skills
Additional Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good relationship management and networking skills.
Demonstrate courage and candor in negotiating and influencing
Strong results orientation
