Venture Capital Fund Manager Finance Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Summary: Our client is a venture capital fund manager that develops and grows breakthrough businesses that that can transform markets at the base of the pyramid (BoP) in East Africa by, for example, offering low-income households access to affordable goods and services such as healthcare, agriculture services, energy, housing, education and safe water, or access to new opportunities as employees or producers. Our client has recently set up its operations in Nairobi and is in the process of building a team of professionals who will be charged with the responsibility of setting up, running and effectively managing the fund.

They are looking for a Finance Manager to support the delivery of the fund’s potential through the effective management of their financial systems. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working in startups and / or experience in setting up financial systems, effectively managing and running the fund’s finances on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities
Identify and implement an appropriate financial accounting systemIntegrate the financial accounting system with the company’s CRM toolPrepare timely and accurate financial and management accounts for the companyManage the audit process including appointment of external auditors and overseeing their work and actioning the Auditors recommendations on areas of improvement Manage company taxation including identifying and advising on relevant tax obligations and filing and submission of tax returns. Ensure the fund complies with all relevant taxation requirementsPut in place appropriate controls and procedures and ensure these are adhered toSet up the fund’s system for reporting on the aggregate financial performance of investee companiesProvide accounting advice to investee companiesLiaise with other accountants of the overall fund in MauritiusDegree in accountingCPAK / ACCA equivalentThorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and IAS/ AFRS5 years experience in finance with at least three years in a senior management role in finance preferably in a private equity firmExperience in working with, developing and implementing accounting systems A self starter who will take the initiative and drive the development of their financial processesFlexible and willing to adapt to the inevitable changes of a start-up environmentA quick learner who can pick up details associated with venture capital finances rapidlyHardworking, willing to commit extra hours when necessary to build a company that could transform the lives of thousandsSend your application including a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate for this role; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and achievements, details of current and expected salary, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 23rd May 2014.
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100

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