Clarkson Insurance Brokers Finance & Administration Manager Job in Kenya

May 18, 2016

Clarkson Insurance Brokers Ltd
 

We are, an Insurance Intermediary who wishes to recruit the following position in our Company.
 

Finance & Administration Manager - Finance Department

Ref: FAM/FD
 

The job purpose is to run accounting and control functions of the company and ensure proper funds management

 

Key Performance Areas 

• Preparation of monthly / quarterly and year-end accounts. 


• Preparation and review of monthly and quarterly budgetary reports, cash flow reports and other Management and Board reports and annual returns to the Commissioner of Insurance. 


• Reviewing accounting entries and ensuring compliance with reporting procedures and policies (IFRS)


• Reviewing from time to time the accounting systems and controls in place and making recommendations for improvements where necessary; 


• Cash flow management with emphasis on premium collections and payments to insurers. 


• Maintaining control of company investments and ensuring maximization of returns. 


• Coordinating the end of year audit process and ensuring that the correct and relevant audit schedules are provided to the auditors on a timely basis. 


• Liaise with other offices and management on day to day issues, e.g. authorization/allocation of expenses, etc. 


• Confirm manually initiated funds transfers, Authorize purchases (signing LPOs) Implement / enforce management directives regarding staff/admin matters for the team you supervise 


• Manage petty cash floats (various currencies) for the company 


• Review returns and authorize re-imbursements. 


• Liaising with external parties e.g. bankers, Statutory bodies for any matters arising 


• Training, coaching and developing the finance Team.

Education and experience: 

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or Finance or a Business related degree, CPA (K). 


• 6 years relevant experience with computerized computing systems, 3 of which must have been in a management level.

Competencies: 

• Good analytical and communication skills. 


• Have proven knowledge and work experience in computerized accounting system. 


• Strong business acumen, people management and great eye for detail. 


• Good communication and Leadership skills. 


• Experience in use of computerized accounting package. 


• Knowledge of procurement and stores accounting is essential

For considerations, email only a two page resume to hr@clarkson.co.ke to be received no later than 30th May 2016.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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