Clearing & Forwarding Manager, and Credit Controller Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya

A highly reputable Clearing, Forwarding & Transport company is looking for:

1. Clearing & Forwarding Manager for Mombasa Office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient clearing of consignments to reduce delays and costs associated with it. 

Success in this position will depend to a large extent on the candidate’s ability to organize work, handle queries efficiently and to follow up all matters to a logical conclusion.

Qualifications and other requirements

• At least five years experience in a busy and reputed clearing & forwarding firm.
• Fully conversant with KRA, KPA, CFS, KEBS, shipping agents and Bonds procedures and requirements for both local and transit cargo.
• High integrity and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Should be a team player and customer focused.
• Should be computer literate.
• Candidate earning less then Kshs.100,000/- p.m. need not apply.

2. Credit Controller for Mombasa Office

The Credit Controller will be responsible for direct supervision of credit and collection of accounts. 

Assist the Management in all phases with regard to proper planning, controlling, monitoring, training and implementing effective work processes. 

Aid management with administrative functions of the department.
Maintain processes and implement procedures as established by management.

Qualifications and other requirements

• CPA (K) or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in commercial invoicing and supervision experience preferred. 
• Experience with clearing, forwarding and transport industry will be preferred.
• Must be computer literate; prefer experience with current AX Dynamics; must have working knowledge of Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel).
• Ability to work with others and possess problem solving skills; must have the capability of reading, understanding and explaining clearing & forwarding remittances.
• Must be knowledgeable of collection procedures for overdue accounts.
• Must be aware of laws and processes regarding debt collection.
• Must be able to communicate well with others.
• Salary and terms will commensurate the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply to:-
The Advertiser, PO Box 39310 – 00623, Nairobi, Kenya.