Job description
Job Purpose
The Finance and Business Operations Officer will oversee the business and transaction operations of the firm. He/she works with both internal and external teams to manage the finance, legal, company secretarial, tax, risk, IT and HR functions of the company. The holder of the role handles all the investment operations of the investments that the firm is engaged in and ensures that the investor on-boarding process is as seamless and efficient as possible. The individual is responsible for the firm’s operational efficiency.
The Finance and Business Operations Officer will oversee the business and transaction operations of the firm. He/she works with both internal and external teams to manage the finance, legal, company secretarial, tax, risk, IT and HR functions of the company. The holder of the role handles all the investment operations of the investments that the firm is engaged in and ensures that the investor on-boarding process is as seamless and efficient as possible. The individual is responsible for the firm’s operational efficiency.
Principal Responsibilities
Oversee the operations of the firm;
Manage all the third parties to whom various functions have been outsourced;
Prepare and ensure delivery of Board papers;
Assist the MD and business heads to develop annual budgets and oversee their implementation;
Manage the operations of the firm’s transactions, including investor on-boarding and post-transaction market making;
Act as the liaison between the Group shared services and the firm;
Manage the firm’s internal performance tracking and submit reports on performance to the MD and Board;
Required Education, Experience & Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
CPA/ACCA
Experience in a dynamic environment in a firm in East Africa with annual transaction/turnover of KES 1 Billion or more
Actual strategy implementation experience
Proficiency in financial reporting
A deep understanding of financial risk management
Strong project management skills and the ability to co-ordinate the activities of various functions and resources to achieve objectives
Strong problem solving skills and a no-excuses approach to execution of firm objectives
Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to manage the firm’s relationships
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate, provide guidance and coaching to team members
Ability to work independently and show initiative
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Minimum 4 years’ experience in an audit firm, private equity firm, investment bank or advisory firm.
Application deadline: 24th May 2019
Only shortlisted Candidates shall be contacted
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