Finance and Administration Officer - Switch Media at Kenya Red Cross Society

Purpose of the position:

To Contribute to the overall success of the organization by effectively managing all financial tasks for the organization and managing funds in such a manner as to maximize return on investment while minimizing risks, while also ensuring that an adequate control structure is in place over the transfer and investment of funds. The candidate will also be responsible of administrative duties for Switch Media.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
• Track the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company
• Research and analyses financial reports and market trends
• Provide insightful information and expectations to the Management team to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Assist the Team in overseeing the Budget Preparation Exercise
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual Budgets and reports
• Present financial Budgets and reports on behalf of the management team to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislations
• Administrative duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Management/Administration
• Master Degree in the relevant field is an added advantage
• CPA (K) desired
• At least 5 years of progressive financial responsibility in a Leadership role
• Ability to work unsupervised and handle pressure
• Good negotiation skills
• Good Decision Making and Problem solving skills
• Ability to develop, monitor and maintain management information systems and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to lead and to contribute to the team.
• High level of integrity and honesty
• High Emotional Intelligence and enthusiasm needed to motivate a team to performance
• Experience in a Media industry is highly desirable