Business Support Services Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Business Support Services – Manager
Our Business Support practice is one of the prominent market players in East Africa providing integrated Business Support services to a focused portfolio of domestic and multi-national clients, private as well as government institutions. What a career with our Business Support team means for you, is outstanding experience gained through blending international best practice with in-depth knowledge and sensitivity to local market conditions.
The position will be based in our Nairobi office with occasional travel to the EA region.
 Manage the provision of Outsourcing Services for our clients by providing technical advice in relation to the services to be provided;Develop, nurture and grow the existing client portfolio;Establish new client relationships with the aim of growing our client portfolio;Identify and follow up cross-selling opportunities and act as a link between the Firm and clients;Keep abreast with technical developments in the profession and the country, in order to anticipate client needs and offer value added and practical business solutions;Ensure that clients are kept satisfied by responding to their needs expeditiously and continually seeking feedback on how the Firm can improve its service offering;Develop and oversee the systems that ensure that client companies comply with the International Financial Reporting Standards as well as the relevant and statutory requirements;Train and develop the skills of the team in accordance with the Firm’s methodologies and ensure that their performance is professionally managed per the Firm’s guidelines;Leverage knowledge and contribute to proper knowledge management within the department;Conduct performance appraisals of all team members after the engagement in accordance with the Firm’s established performance standards;Contribute to the preparation of the department’s budget; andCarry out general office administration duties.As the ideal team player, you should posses the following attributes:Bachelor of Accounting degree from a recognized institution;Professional qualification in accounting;Thorough knowledge of IFRS;A minimum of six years’ experience within a professional service firm with specific experience in auditing and/or outsourcing of accounting services; andA confident and result oriented individual with an ability to handle a client portfolio and meetings independently.If you meet the above requirements, please visit our website and apply online: www.deloitte.com/ke (Careers > Experienced hires > Job Search > Kenya > Business Support Services - Manager )
To be considered, your application must be received by close of business on 20 July 2012.