Background: The Association of Start-up & SMEs Enablers of Kenya (ASSEK) is a business membership organization operating in Kenya that aims to bring together and represent the interests of organizations supporting the development and growth of start-ups and SMEs for maximum impact.
Assek is recruiting a Finance Manager.
The Finance Manager will report to the CEO and will be responsible for the prudent management of the organisation’s Financial Resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead budget projections and budget alignment with available and projected funding.
Be part of the strategic finance planning team and translate the finance strategic plan into achievable objectives.
Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and petty cash
Ensure that all financial records, reports and statements are submitted on a timely basis.
Manage cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.
Ensure that payroll and corresponding statutory payments are processed promptly.
Ensure that monthly reconciliation of bank statements is done on time and accurately.
Qualifications / Requirements
Holds a Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent) degree
Must be a CPA-K or equivalent
Must have at least 5 years’ experience preferably with an NGO
Extensive understanding of donor/partner requirements, regulations and agreements
Skills in budgeting and budgetary controls
Understanding of the funding, financial management arrangements and reporting requirements of Member Organizations
Ability to produce and deliver complex financial information in a logical, user-friendly way
Ability to manage a varied and complex workload
Excellent planning and organization skills
Good analytical skills with good interpersonal and communication skills
Strong ICT skills and specifically Microsoft Excel
Decision making and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and able to produce work at a high level of accuracy
Executive disposition, and demonstrate high levels of integrity
