Vacancies at PKF firms

Job Purpose

This position will ensure that the company’s financial resources are managed in accordance with sound financial management principles and ensure timely production of financial reports to the stakeholders. 

Key duties and responsibilities

• Oversee all investment activities including putting in place appropriate strategies that are in line with company policy including risk management guidelines.
• Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimise those risks.
• Formulate and implement sound financial and accounting policies, procedures and systems which are compliant with acceptable accounting policies and legal requirements
• Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources
• Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making
• Ensure efficient revenue collection, disbursements, accounting and reporting
• Establish the necessary systems and procedures to safeguard fixed assets including the maintenance of complete accurate and up to date fixed assets register/records.
• Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the company requirements
• Provide a system for recording of financial and accounting information foe externally funded projects and control of all externally funded expenditure all finance relationships with external agencies and compliance with standards.
• Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Managing Director and Board of Directors
• Monitor budgets against expenditure and advise corrective action where necessary
• Manage of the provision and recording of financial and accounting information for externally-funded projects and the control of all externally funded expenditure
• Provide effective leadership, mentorship, coaching and by example, live the Company’s core values and inculcate these among staff under one’s management, and provide periodic feedback to direct reports on their performance.
• Discuss career development path with direct reports, training needs, annual appraisal and approval of their leave and travel.

Key Performance Measures

• Timely provision of financial reports
• Implemented financial and accounting policies
• Accurately captured and safeguarded fixed assets
• Effective financial advisory
• Effectiveness and Innovation

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• ICPAK Membership in good standing.
• Training in Financial Management, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Governance, or Risk Management is an added advantage.
• At least eight (8) years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury management, or a related field, five (5) of which should have been in a management position.

Working relationships

• Suppliers and vendors
• Banks and relevant financial institutions

Technical competencies

• Financial reporting
• Financial management
• Analytical skills
• Knowledge of Enterprise of Resource Planning system
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft products)
• Knowledge of relevant financial reporting standards
• Budgeting knowledge

Behavioral competencies

• Excellent leadership skills
• Team building skills    
• Good communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Supervisory skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Negotiation skills
• Problem Solving skills

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Job Purpose:

This position will be responsible for the development, implementation, and effective management of human capital and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes and ensures these alignments to the corporate strategic objectives and increase in productivity and enhancement of organisational effectiveness.
Further, the Head of Human Resource and Administration will coordinate the implementation of administrative support services to ensure adequate support to the organisation.

Roles and responsibilities

• Oversee the recruitment process to ensure the Company conforms to the existing legal framework and procures competent staff to effectively implement the strategic plan.
• Oversee the development, implementation, management and maintenance of the corporate strategy for the Human Resource function in collaboration with staff and heads of functions to ensure alignment to the corporate strategy.
• Provide professional leadership in the development and implementation of human capital and administration plans and budgets, outlining activities to be undertaken, resource requirements, key performance measures and indicators as well as expected outcomes.
• Develop and implement human resource policies and procedures aimed at enhancing workplace relations and ensuring that employees are treated fairly, uniformly and equitably.
• Develop and implement the performance management system and ensure that individual and team performance is continuously monitored and measured against targets aligned to the strategic direction by clearly defining performance measures and indicators, expected timeframe as well as resource requirements.
• Oversee the implementation of an effective human resource management information system for monitoring, tracking and evaluating employee activities including staff training, performance management, medical, pension and welfare programmes.
• Work in collaboration with the company’s legal counsel to address all arising legal issues affecting the company to mitigate against any litigation issues against the Company.
• Coordinate the functions of the administration section and provide guidance on related matters such as cost-effective mail delivery systems, data/information management, office security, vehicle maintenance, communication facilities and front office reception services.
• Oversee the medical scheme of the company and ensure submission and remittance of NSSF and NHIF for all staff in compliance with legal requirements.
• Prepare board papers and minutes for the Human Resources and legal Committee and circulate resolutions to members as well as make necessary follow ups.
• Resolve employee grievances and handle disciplinary cases within the set time limit.

Key Performance Measures

• Timely procurement and onboarding of new staff
• Implemented policies and procedures
• Highly motivated and performing team
• Efficient human resource information system
• Efficient performance management system
• Optimised staff costs to income ratio

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human resource management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Organizational Psychology, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Human resource management, Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Membership in the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) or other relevant professional body in good standing.
• Training in Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Leadership, or Human Resource Management is an added advantage.
• At least eight (8) years’ experience in Human Resource Management in a busy organisation, five of which must be at senior management.

Working relationships

• Human Resource Consultants
• Suppliers
• Labour institutions
• Institute of Human Resource Management and other human resource governing bodies
• Ministry of Labour
• National Employment Authority
• Trade UNIONs
• FKE

Technical competencies

• Ability to manage and facilitate the relations between the employer, employees and union
• Knowledge about the principles, experiences and the functions for effective human resource management
• Ability to lead and to contribute to the initiatives and the processes in the organization
• Ability to efficiently and effectively exchange of information with all stakeholders
• Knowledge of the current labour laws.
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Counselling Skills
• Knowledge of the latest trends in HR practice

Behavioral competencies

• Communication skills
• Building Relationships
• Focuses on the Customers
• Develops Self
• Solves Problems
• Develops Others
• Manages Quality and Risk
• Managing Change and Ambiguity
• Managing and Executing Strategy
• Develops Business