SMEP Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited, a Christian based MFI regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions of:
Chief Accountant
CA/1/10/HRD/2013
Reporting to the Head of Finance the successful candidate will supervise and facilitate payment, collection and banking of revenue and overseeing the preparation of all financial documents for annual statutory audit.
The Chief Accountant is also expected to play an integral part in developing long-term goals including writing of proposals for investment that will help in growing business besides implementing financial strategies created by management.
Duties and responsibilities
Daily cash flow and treasury management and provide analysis that support management in making short and long term financial decisions.
Coordinate budget preparation, monitor and ensure control of the same
Manage all aspects of company financial records, assets and liability management, using available software e.g. for purchasing, customer invoicing, credit control & VAT
Should be conversant with T24 Banking System
Manage all aspects of the company accounting structures and processes, including support to business unit heads, other budget and P&L holders; and including preparation of monthly management accounts
In charge of payment and responsible for collection and banking of revenue
Responsible for annual statutory audit and writing of proposals for investment
Supervise a team of accountants
Manage the company ad-hoc expense payments, including petty cash
Responsible for Business bank account management, including bank reconciliation
Deputize for the Head of Finance at certain times for which delegated authority will be given
Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the management from time to time
Qualifications and competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting option) or Business Finance/Administration/Economics or related field. Training in microfinance or banking field will be an added advantage
Must be a CPA (K) or ACCA finalist in related accounting, finance or audit field.
Computer literate in the relevant accounting packages
Be aged between 30-40 years
Have 5 years’ experience 3 of which in a similar position preferably in a financial/microfinance environment
Applicants must be committed Christians
Other Key Skills: Be flexible, self motivated team worker with high attention to detail, possess exceptional accounting competencies and complete understanding of cash flow, P&L and Balance Sheet management
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” at www.smep.co.ke/opportunities, and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before 29th October, 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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