Head of Finance

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Description: History The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is a membership based non-profit making professional management organization committed to the promotion of excellence and integrity in the practice of management. The Institute was established in 1954 as a premier institute that provides management con… History The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is a membership based non-profit making professional management organization committed to the promotion of excellence and integrity in the practice of management. The Institute was established in 1954 as a premier institute that provides management consultancy and capacity building services to corporate organizations and other institutions. Our Vision To be a distinguished continental hub of excellence in organizational and business management practices. Our Mission Is to steer and champion excellence, integrity and competitiveness in individuals and organizations throughout Africa and beyond. Our Values Excellence: To champion, promote and advocate for individual and institutional excellence in Kenya, Africa and beyond, in everything that we think, say or do. Integrity: To be a pillar and beacon of good governance; to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards, honesty, truthfulness and decorum in all our dealings with our staff, customers and the View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Accounting, Audit, Finance

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work closely with the executive team to provide strategic leadership in all financial matters.
  • Formulate financial targets and budgets in accordance to the strategy determined by the Governing Council and monthly review of the same with budget holders.
  • Responsible for management of the capital expenditure budget to ensure high rate of return in investment.
  • Oversee treasury management to optimize cash flow and working capital.
  • Lead the negotiation of all financial contracts on behalf of the institute to get the best value in money.
  • Responsible for continuous review of internal controls and ensure adherence to mitigate any risks that may arise.
  • Ensure the institution complies with the statutory requirement like Tax, SHA, NSSF and audits to avoid penalties from regulators.
  • Secretary to the Finance and Investment Committee of the Governing Council responsible for taking meetings.
  • Oversee implementation of Governing Council resolutions in Finance Department to ensure compliance.
  • Serve as the first signatory of all institute bank’s accounts to ensure accuracy of all payments before the final signatory.
  • Develop and train staff to ensure proper succession planning and availability of optimum skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

  • Achievement of Profit Margin set
  • Timely preparation of Budget
  • Achievement of the set Budget
  • Sound working capital
  • Fixed assets safe custody
  • Ensure statutory compliance
  • Real time Financial reporting
  • Availability and optimal utilisation of resources

COMPETENCIES

  • Finance strategy development
  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Reporting
  • Taxation
  • Reconciliation
  • Budget and Planning
  • Stakeholder relationship Management
  • Computer Literacy
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Master’s Degree on a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Ten (10) years of relevant work experience
  • Be a CPA finalist and a registered Member of ICPAK
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