Linkark Finance Officer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Linkark Finance Officer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, a leading property company with a heritage of 15 years in the real estate industry in Kenya is urgently recruiting for a talented Finance Officer.

He/she will be responsible for ensuring the development of relevant financial information, timely financial budgeting, planning, liquidity management, and financial reporting for key stakeholders as well as controlling the organization’s financial processes, making the necessary changes to upgrade and improve processes, policies, or procedures.

The role also ensures alignment with the mission, core values, partnership policies and strategies, accountability, and compliance with applicable legal, governmental, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

General:

Support all stakeholders and implement agreed business strategies.

Problem management and resolution and/or escalation within the area of responsibility

Liaise with the Senior Finance Officer for all support requirements

Business Planning and Budgeting

Spearhead preparation of the yearly budget & quarterly forecasts for the alignment of business short and long-term strategic plans.

Lead cash flow analysis and monitoring and predicting future trends.

Support the CEO with monitoring and implementation of pricing and mix changes to achieve profitability targets.

Analysing competitors and market trends

Leadership

Provide leadership and be a role model to all members of the team.

Provide professional and managerial leadership as delegated by the CEO

Financial Reporting

Have all financial reporting done in an effective, efficient and timely manner

Complete all internal reporting requirements

Preparation and completion of general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations

Managing and balancing inter-company accounts.

Prepare adequate analysis of current business performance.

Analysis of actual financial results to forecast and plan

Margin analysis / Business analysis

Preparing Group Management accounts periodically and as and when required.

Preparation of financial proposals which support the business needs.

Reviewing business processes to ensure they are relevant and efficient and proposing new processes / out-of-the-box thinking where these are necessary

Treasury

Monitoring and managing the organization’s Bank relationships and liquidity management

Manage debt facilities and investments

Prudent Investments management

Currency risk mitigation strategies

Tax Reporting

Monitoring and managing the Group’s tax obligations and reporting deadlines

Ensure all tax liabilities are settled on time

Ensuring proactive tax planning for the business

Team Management

Ensure teams operate within budgets

Developing, training, and retaining staff with a focus

on high-performance individuals.

Develop a communication and alignment process to ensure all staff is clear about their roles and deliverables.

Develop and maintain effective team processes for communication, constructive debate, conflict resolution, identifying innovation opportunities, and joint problem-solving.

Utilize expert financial knowledge and skills to assist staff working with complex issues.

Assist staff to resolve ethical and professional issues.

Establish standards of financial and accounting practice/protocols/policies.

Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff as required and develop a comprehensive induction plan.

Co-ordinate timely and effective performance management of staff.

Ensure Individual Development Plans are developed and implemented for all subordinates.

Facilitate regular team meetings.

Process Management

Ensures organization financial controls are appropriate and operate efficiently

Manages year and Annual report processes, including liaison with external and internal auditors

Manages all recommendations from auditors and ensures all agreed recommendations are implemented in a timely manner

Safeguard and ensure the processes/procedures are strictly adhered to

Developing external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g., auditors, Secretaries, bankers, and statutory organizations such as the Kenya Revenue Authority – KRA

Key Competencies & Qualifications

An undergraduate degree preferably in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics.

A member of ICPAK in good standing

Must have at least 5 years of experience preferably in a similar setup

Financial planning and analysis

IFRS Proficiency

Treasury management.

Experience in statutory Reporting

Strong general management capabilities

Strong relationship management capabilities

Tax compliance and a certificate of good conduct

Must demonstrate leadership qualities and be a team player

Keen eye on details

Sound Commercial and business awareness

Good communication skills

How to Apply

If you’re up to the challenge, kindly send your CV and cover letter only to recruitment@linkarkconsultants.com before the closing of 30th January 2023.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the expected salary in the subject line.

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