Job Summary
The role holder will be responsible for ensuring harmonization of group reporting and presentation of financial information that conforms to IFRS and aligns very closely with Liberty Holdings Limited standards and Standard Bank Group. The role holder will work closely with the Heads of Finance in the operating countries.
Key Responsibilities
Review and ensure financial disclosures from various entities are credible for group consolidation.
In conjunction with Group IFRS, ensure uniformity of Liberty Kenya Group reporting and disclosures.
Key Group resource for consolidation through HFM
Support Opcos finance teams with resolving all HFM queries in liaison with LHL Group finance teams.
Review the GL mapping to HFM for consistency with LHL Group
Support Opco finance teams in migration from SAP ECC to S4HANA
Coordinate materials from all stakeholders required for group annual integrated report.
Liberty Kenya Holdings Group consolidation and preparation of ‘typeset’ LKH Plc group annual financial statements for local statutory reporting.
Pack reporting to Group Finance within deadlines for Liberty Holdings consolidation reporting.
Ensure controls are adequate and effective.
Liaise with independent auditors and ensure interim and final reviews are properly coordinated.
Business strategic reviews including financial modelling, going concern assessments and assessments for capital adequacy.
Preparation of Financial results publication “Press releases” for both interim and Full year.
Generate financial metrics for use in the integrated report.
Ensure intercompany balances are kept always reconciled.
Board papers preparation.
Responsible for day-to-day LKH Plc financial operations.
Any other LKH functions that may be assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting (or relevant field)
Professional qualifications (CPA or ACCA)
5 years’ experience in Finance preferably in a similar role
5 years reporting experience.
3 Years experience in a Leadership Role
Experience in the insurance industry will be an added advantage
Competencies
Skilled in use of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Business analytics
Financial statement preparation and general financial management knowledge
Technical report writing skills.
High degree of understanding of IFRS and in particular IFRS 17
Excellent commercial and business experience
Exceptional communication skills at all levels
Presentation skills
Problem solving skills.
Leadership skills
High standards of integrity and professionalism
Strong IT skills
Deep understanding of all lines of insurance
If you meet the above requirements, you are encouraged to forward your application and updated CV to vacancies@heritage.co.ke by 2nd June,2024. Clearly state the job title on the subject heading. Heritage is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages diversity. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
vacancies@heritage.co.ke
