Finance and Management Jobs in Kenya

Chief Finance Officer

(Based in Nairobi)

Job Ref. MN 5319

Job Profile

Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will:

• Control the finance and accountancy functions of the Company and ensure that proper systems of financial controls are in place for the Company and its Subsidiaries.
• Ensure compliance with Group and International Accounting Standards.
• Assist in the Company secretarial work in liaison with the Company Secretary.
• Liaise with Pension scheme administrators and ensure schemes are properly run.
• Formulating annual budgets in close liaison with departments for Board approval.
• Analyze and forecast critical financial performance indicators such as cash flow, cost controls and actual figures against budgets / targets. Convey these analyses to the CEO, the Board Business Committee, and recommend on corrective actions where needed.
• Ensuring optimal investment of excess funds to maximize investment income.
• Overseeing Accounting Systems and Procedures.
• Managing the finance department.

Person Profile

• A bachelors degree from a recognized University in Finance, Economics or Business Administration.
• Have full professional qualifications - CPA, ACCA
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years in senior management in the service industry. Insurance sector experience is not a must but would be an advantage.
• Thorough understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Credit Controller

(Based in Nairobi)

Job Ref. MN 5320

Job Profile

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the job holder will:

• Ensure that monthly statements are dispatched by the 7th day of every month.
• Ensure that the aged analysis of debtors schedule is accurately produced and circulated to the Credit Control Committee on a timely basis.
• Ensure that commission payments to the intermediariesare made as outlined in the Company’s Credit Policy.
• In close liaison with Operations Departmental Managers, ensure that reconciliations with intermediaries as well as the direct accounts and Facultative accounts are carried out speedily and accurately.
• Is the secretary of the Credit Control Committee in the key responsibility of premium collection.
• Ensure that a daily cash flow is prepared and circulated to the CFO every morning.
• Any other work as assigned by the Chief Accountant.

Person Profile

• A university degree preferably Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option) or a closely related field.
• CPA(K) or ACCA.
• Have a strong Credit Control Background with at least 5 years credit control working experience.
• Be able to communicate and help all staff in respect of credit control matters.
• Ability to quickly grasp the company’s computerized systems.
• Be proficient in computer packages.
• Be a good team player and action oriented/hands on.

Branch Manager

Mombasa

Job Ref. MN 5321

Job Profile

Reporting to the Area Manager - Coast Region, the job holder will:

• Soliciting for business from Clients / Intermediaries via regular visits.
• Overseeing the implementation of company credit policy.
• Overseeing/ Implementing Company Underwriting/Service Standard Policy.
• Personally make sure that clients Intermediaries with or without complaints and/ or compliments are visited, heard out and relations mended and ! or improved.
• Preparing Branch budget.
• Acting as the Public Relations/ Liaison officer of the Company within the region of operation.
• Coordinating the day to day Marketing / Underwriting/Claims/Administrative issues at the Branch in consultation with the relevant department at the head office.
• Visiting and Introducing Customers/ Prospects/Intermediaries to the Company, whilst attending to all their queries regarding acumen/ efficacy /standing of the company in the Market.

Attending to any other duties that may be assigned bySenior Management.

Person Profile

• First degree from a recognized institution.
• ACII or IlK Diploma or currently pursuing with a minimum of 5 credits.
• Minimum 5 years experience in General Insurance Underwriting or branch management.
• Claims handling experience will be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills.

Deputy Claims Manager

Job Ref. MN 5322

Job Profile

Reporting to the Claims Manager, the job holder will:

• Ensure accurate claims reserves.
• Monitor performance of service providers and ensure prompt payments for effective service delivery.
• Analyse gaps in the claims process and recommend improvements.
• Authorize repairs, claims, costs and fees in the unit within the authority limits.
• Ensure service providers are appointed promptly effective service delivery.
• In consultation with the legal officer, ensure recoveries from third parties in order to reduce final cost of the claim.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Prepare monthly claims reports for various key Clients and Brokers.
• Supervise the Facultative and Treaty Recoveries.
• Maintain accurate records of incurred and new claims.
• Ensure speedy disposal of salvages.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive.

Person Profile

• Bachelors Degree from a recognized institution.
• ACII or AIIK qualification.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior supervisory position in a claims or underwriting department.
• A thorough understanding of Claims processes.
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance and motivation to the claims team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Confident and self-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered. Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so asto reach us by 27th April 2012.

Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division, Manpower
Service (K) Ltd, 3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200,
Nairobi.

Email recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com