Job Vacancies at Recours Four Kenya (R4K) Consultants Limited

Responsibilities

• Manage compensation packages using payroll software
• Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees
• Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime
• Calculate bonuses and commissions when appropriate
• Manage and calculate taxes and deductions
• Initiate periodical payments timely either by preparing and administering checks or making direct deposits through a bank payment system
• Issues statements and invoices and maintain records
• Update paper and electronic payroll records by entering adjustments on pay rates, employee status changes etc.
• Calculate unemployment and severance payments.
• Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll from employees and upper management.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in payroll.
• Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to supervisor.

• Proven experience in payroll.
• Familiarity with general accounting principles
• Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software (e.g. Payforce)
• Exquisite math and numerical skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication abilities with aptitude in problem-solving
• BSc/BA in accounting/business administration is a plus

Key Responsibilities: 

• Implement a successful Public Affairs proactive outreach strategy with key Government stakeholders, with focus on the East Africa markets 
• Build and maintain a strong network with key government stakeholders with the aim of protecting and enhancing the company image, and sustain our ability to market our products without restrictions 
• Represent the Company in key business associations, industry groups and third party forums and events 
• Remain current and develop deep understanding of policies and regulations of relevance to company’s raw materials and finished products 
• Develop and execute impactful communications and key corporate messages 
• Anticipate, mitigate and manage reputational crises 
• Drive proactive efforts to build the client's reputation with key business stakeholders, including consumers, associates, media and community 
• Ensure consumers' optimal experiences with our brands 
• Develop expertise in consumer care processes 

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience in the corporate affairs field.
• Knowledge/Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience

• Craft strategies for global Marketing teams, including Digital, Advertising, Communications and Creative
• Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly and annual budgets for the global Marketing department
• Set, monitor and report on team goals 
• Design branding, positioning and pricing strategies
• Ensure our brand message is strong and consistent across all channels and marketing efforts 
• Analyze consumer behavior and determine customer personas globally.
• Identify opportunities to reach new market segments and expand market share
• Craft quarterly and annual hiring plans
• Monitor competition (acquisitions, pricing changes and new products and features)
• Coordinate sales and marketing efforts to boost brand awareness globally
• Participate in the quarterly and annual planning of company objectives

• Work experience as Head of Marketing or VP Marketing, preferably within our industry
• Experience global running successful marketing campaigns
• Solid knowledge of web analytics and Google Adwords
• Experience with CRM software
• Leadership skills with the ability to set and prioritize goals
• Analytical mind
• At least MSc in Marketing is preferred.