The role is a group role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning & management of all financial resources including budget planning, and supports the executive management team by offering insights and financial advice that will allow them to make the best business decisions for the company.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead, Manage and accountable for all aspects of finance deliverables
Responsible for the short-term and long-term fiscal health of the company.
Review and track performance by monitoring variance from plan, highlighting potential issues
Ensure preparation of year and month end statutory accounts
Maintain appropriate controls to ensure costs are within budgeted levels, protect and safeguard company’s assets
Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, insurers and statutory bodies
Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements; collate all financial reporting materials.
Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary.
Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the directors; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manuals.
Oversee status of company investments; work with Investment Committee and make recommendations to management
Manage financial and administrative components of company expansion and changes
Procure adequate insurance coverage (property, liability, workers comp) and management
Develops and recommends accounting and budgeting policies and procedures.
With Executive Directors, protects the company’s interests through contract review and negotiation, cost monitoring, contract compliance, maintain contract inventories and submit required reports
Negotiates office space lease &renewals, equipment leases and furniture purchases; coordinates equipment service and monitors usage.
Responsible for all items related to the negotiation and renewal of the company’s insurance policies.
Handles issues related to the company’s incorporation, business license, annual filings, etc.
Oversee the procurement process by ensuring compliance to policies and procedures.
Arrange for repair, maintenance, and improvements to the facility and office equipment as necessary.
Requirements and Qualifications
Finance /Accounting, or related university degree;
CPA (CPA-K is an added advantage).
Minimum 3 (three) years of relevant experience in a similar position
Minimum of 7 (seven years) work experience.
Very good working knowledge with accounting systems (QuickBooks);
Very good organizational, analytical and administrative skills;
High sense of confidentiality;
Good experience in staff management;
Good knowledge of labor laws and the employment market an asset;
Able to work independently and within a team;
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and independently
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