Jobs Kenya

Website: Website www.odysseyafricapital.com

  • Junior Accountant

    Junior Accountant

    Job Description
    JOB DESCRIPTON
    Responsibilities

    Posting of payments to the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. 
    Responding to any queries regarding loan repayments, Top Ups OR Clients contributions.
    Confirming loans details on the loan payment vouchers against entries in the loan management system.
    Preparing daily disbursements and collections reports.
    Collections reports includes Partial Receipts, Drop Offs, Nil (Zero) receipted accounts and Full Settlements. 
    Filling and retrieval of all payment vouchers relating to loans and expenses.
    Weekly reconciliation of Petty cash transactions and posting entries in the accounting system. 
    Fully support the senior Accountant during the reporting and consolidation process.
    Aid in ensuring reliability and integrity of the accounting system reporting. 
    Analysis of actual vs budgeted figures and query variances.
    Working closely with auditors and ensuring this is done on a timely basis. 
    Documenting procedures and maintain a strong internal control environment.
    Ad-hoc tasks required by the finance team (e.g. tax preparation). 

    Needed experience and skills 

    Proven experience as a junior accountant in a micro finance ·
    At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position 
    Hands-on experience working with general ledgers
    Excellent organizing abilities
    Great attention to detail
    Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen
    Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices esp. IFRS/IAS and Kenyan GAAP
    Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant accounting software
    Bachelor’s Degrees in the following subjects- Accounting or Finance 

    Qualifications

    (e.g. CPA , ACCA or CIMA) is required.
    Why Odyssey Capital? 
    An opportunity to expand one’s experience and exposure in accounting and Finance. 
    A chance to sharpen your numerical, analysis and accounting Skills.

  • Sales Interns

    Sales Interns

    Duties:

    Promoting our financial products/services to potential clients in partner stores
    Understanding our client’s needs
    Meeting sales targets

    Skills, Interests and Qualities:

    Excellent communication and listening skills
    The ability to explain complex information clearly and simply
    Aggressive
    Good sales negotiation skills
    Determination and motivation to meet targets
    Discretion and a trustworthiness
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    A respect for private and confidential information.  
    Your pleasant personality and good grooming will stand you in good stead, while a college Education with a business-related university Diploma (preferably B. Com) or a diploma in Sales and marketing from a reputable college with be an added advantage.
    Experience in sales is preferred.
    Should have a good understanding of Micro Finance. Must be mature and demonstrate high levels of self-drive.

    Remuneration. 
    This is a commission-based package.

  • Sales Manager

    Sales Manager

    Job description
    Why Odyssey?
    This is a highly rewarding role for an aggressive sales professional to grow Odyssey Capitals’ market share and revenue through team management, strategic planning and implementation. A successful candidate will be accountable for achieving the bulk of the organisation’s sales targets through direct sales to individuals and businesses. They will also become a thought leader and implementer of processes and systems that Odyssey Capital will use to build and manage sales.
    The right person for this role will further expand their department through strategic planning and mentorship of a sales team. This role will give the incumbent the opportunity to be a part of the organizations strategic big-picture discussion.
    Detailed Responsibilities:

    KPI’s: Generating, meeting and exceeding set targets for the sales team to effectively pushing lead generation initiatives, monitoring customer relations and fostering deal closure.
    Sales: Supporting the sales team to close deals and manage account progression internally to reduce customer drop off rates.
    Strategy:
    Developing the sales department through defining the processes and the systems used by the department.
    Analysing existing clients to identify gaps and sales opportunities; developing strategies to cross sell and up-sell.
    Leadership: Growing and developing the sales team. Coaching and mentoring of team members to upskill the team.
    Project Management:
    Coordinating field based teams and prioritizing targets.
    Collaborating with the Business Development team to close with investors.
    Financial Tracking and Planning: Monitoring, consolidating and reporting on sales directly to senior management – CEO.

    A day in the Life

    Monitor sales revenue on dashboards to track progress and spot issues/gaps.
    Liaise with internal departments e.g. Credit, HR and Business Development.
    Supporting the field sales team to close deals with clients.
    Develop and adjust sales plans to boost revenue generation efforts

    Does this sound like you?

    Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Diploma holders with vast Sales management experience will also be considered
    5+ years of sales experience with a minimum of 3 years as a sales team leader. With an impressive track record in sealing the deal.
    Sales experience in a niche market or are eager to spearhead innovative strategies to sell a ‘one of it’s kind’ service in the market.
    Strong analytical skills capable of managing and interpreting data to inform future growth.
    Demonstrated leadership with strong training, coaching, and motivational skills.
    Ever professional capable of making the right impression and are always focused on delivering, but, you know how to relate with your team and various department heads
    Passionate about growth; You love setting and beating targets.
    Commitment to exemplifying the highest integrity and professional business ethical standards.
    Team player that can adapt to a fast pace and changing start-up environment, ‘roll-up-your-sleeves’ attitude, entrepreneurial and growth mindset

  • Sales Representative Interns

    Sales Representative Interns

    Job Duties:

    Promoting our financial products / services to potential clients in partner stores
    Understanding our client’s needs
    Meeting sales targets

    Skills, Interests and Qualities:

    Excellent communication and listening skills
    The ability to explain complex information clearly and simply
    Aggressive
    Good sales negotiation skills
    Determination and motivation to meet targets
    Discretion and a trustworthiness
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    A respect for private and confidential information.

    Your pleasant personality and good grooming will stand you in good stead, while a college Education with a business-related university Diploma (preferably B. Com) or a diploma in Sales and marketing from a reputable college with be an added advantage.
    Experience in sales is preferred.
    Should have a good understanding of Micro Finance. Must be mature and demonstrate high levels of self-drive.
    Remuneration: Our package is commission based.

  • HR Manager

    HR Manager

    Job description
    If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment that allows you to take ownership of your role, while providing human resource support to develop teams, then this is the right fit role for you.

  • Business Development Intern

    Business Development Intern

    Job Description
    Maintain current company partnerships and actively engage with them.
    Come up with ideas on how to improve our partnerships and implement them.
    Ensuring all partnerships are as efficient as possible.
    Managing new partnerships formed.
    Work with BD team to target partnerships and actively engage with them in order to both develop crucial relationship as well as potentially market our services.
    Qualifications
    University Degree/Diploma in related field.
    Must be an aggressive and Self driven individual.
    Must demonstrate mastery skills in his / her area of specialization
    Must have an ability to withstand work related pressure and challenges.
    Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English and Swahili.

  • Sales & Marketing Intern

    Sales & Marketing Intern

    As a sales & marketing intern, you will collaborate with our sales & marketing team both internally and externally. You will be required to maintain and improve relationships with our existing partners. Your insightful contribution will help develop, expand and maintain our channels. 
    Qualifications
    University Degree/Diploma in related field.
    Must be an aggressive and Self driven individual.
    Must demonstrate mastery skills in his / her area of specialization
    Must have an ability to withstand work related pressure and challenges.
    Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English and Swahili.

  • Diver Delivery Rider

    Diver Delivery Rider

    Job Description: Driver is expected to deliver and collect a wide variety of items to different addresses / locations different routes within Nairobi as well as transport Odyssey Staff to different areas.Salary Band: Kshs 0 – 15,000
    Responsibilities
    Picking up and delivering messages, documents, packages, and other items between offices or departments.
    Ask for feedback on provided services and resolve clients’ complaints
    Collect payments or make payments on behalf of the company where possible.
    Update relevant parties on pick-up and delivery assignments through mobile phone
    Transport Odyssey staff going out for meetings
    Perform routine maintenance on car.
    Keep the car clean at all times.
    Requisite Skills:
    Good driving record with no traffic violations
    Familiarity of formal traffic routes in Nairobi
    Knowledge and adherence of traffic rules
    Excellent organizational, time management and Customer relations skills
    Positive attitude towards work and people
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  • Sales Representative Intern

    Sales Representative Intern

    Duties:
    Promoting our financial products
    Understanding our customers’ needs
    Meeting sales targets
     
     
    Skills, Interests and Qualities:
    Excellent communication and listening skills
    The ability to explain complex information clearly and simply
    Aggressive
    Good sales negotiation skills
    Determination and motivation to meet targets
    Discretion and a trustworthiness
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    A respect for private and confidential information.
    Place of Work:
    Thika Road (Garden City & Thika Road Mall)
    Town (CBD)
    Remuneration Package:
    Transport and lunch allowance (Kshs. 1,500) per week
    5% commission on loan products sold.
    Your pleasant personality and good grooming will stand you in good stead, while a college Education with a business related university Diploma (preferably B. Com) or a diploma in Sales and marketing from a reputable college with be an added advantage.
    Experience in sales is preferred.
    Should have a good understanding of Micro Finance.
    Must be mature and demonstrate high levels of self-drive.

  • Accounts Intern

    Accounts Intern

    Job Description
    Lipa Later is a consumer finance organization leveraging financial inclusion by allowing people to pay for otherwise unaffordable smart devices and other consumer items in affordable monthly instalments.
    To ensure our clients receive nothing short of a high-quality range of emerging and trending products, we continue to engage in partnerships with quality brands including but not limited to Samsung East Africa, Anisuma, Oppo Kenya, Infinix, Startimes, Saruk, Tile and Carpets, House Wife’s Paradise.
    We are looking for an ambitious Accounts Intern to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances. Could this be you!
    The role will include the following responsibilities:

    Bill and update payment on account receivable.
    Update and correct payment on the core financial system.
    Maintains financial records for subsidiary companies by analyzing balance sheets and general ledger accounts.
    Reconciles general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering and balancing information.
    Provides financial status information by preparing special reports; completing special projects.
    Corrects errors by posting adjusting journal entries.
    Maintains general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts receivable detail and control accounts; adjusting entries for amortizations prepaids; analyzing and reconciling retainage and accounts payable ledgers; preparing fixed asset depreciation and accruals.
    Secures financial information by completing database backups; keeping information confidential.
    Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
    Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.

    Experience, Skills and Qualifications Required

    Bachelor’s degree recent graduate or current 4th year finalist majoring in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other Business degree/certification/professional course.
    Advanced math skills/strong numerical skills; calculate interest, commissions, proportions, ratios and percentages.
    A high level of initiative, thoroughness, accuracy and organizational skills required.
    Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
    Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently and within established timeframes.
    Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain confidentiality of information, as appropriate.
    Ability to work well independently.
    Ability to plan and conduct special projects or assignments.