Friday, June 29, 2012

Banking and Financial Jobs in Kenya


We are a leading law firm in Kenya with international affiliation seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions: -
 
1. Director of Tax 

(1 Position)
 
Our Tax Department team provides consulting services to our clients on many local and international tax matters, including, but not limited to, corporate restructurings, transfer pricing, effective tax rate, mergers and acquisitions and post-merger integrations.
 
Responsibilities
 
To provide and supervise the delivery of value adding tax advisory and compliance services to clients
 
To mentor and supervise associates in the department
 
Qualifications
  • An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  • Minimum of 8 years tax experience gained in a reputable tax advisory firm
  • Prior experience in international tax planning
  • A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an added advantage
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to exceed client expectations
  • Ability to work independently
2. Associate in Tax Department 

(1 Position)
 
Responsibilities
 
To deliver value adding tax advisory and compliance services to clients
 
Qualifications
  • An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  • Minimum of three years industry tax experience in a reputable organization
  • A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an added advantage
  • Ability to work independently
3. Senior Associate in Commercial Department 

(1 Position)
 
Responsibilities
 
The position will involve handling complex commercial transactions.
 
Qualifications
 
The ideal candidate must: -
  • Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Commercial Practice
  • Possess post qualification experience of at least four (4) years in a busy Commercial law firm or Legal Department of a large organization
  • Demonstrate initiative/ability to work independently
4. Associate in Commercial Department 

(3 Positions)
 
The position will involve handling commercial transactions
 
Qualifications
 
The ideal candidate must: -
  • Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Commercial practice
  • Possess a post qualification experience of at least two (2) years in a busy law firm or in a Legal Department of a large organization
  • Demonstrate initiative/ability to work independently
5. Associate in Conveyancing and Bank Securities Department 

(2 Positions)
 
The position will involve preparation and registration of conveyancing and bank security documents, liaising with clients and carrying out ancillary duties.
 
Qualifications
 
The ideal candidate must: -
  • Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Conveyancing and Bank Securities practice
  • Possess a post qualification experience of at least two (2) years in a busy law firm or in a legal department of a large organization
  • Demonstrate ability to work independently
In addition to competitive remuneration and benefits, the successful candidates will be eligible to regional and global secondment as well as participation in the Firm’s training programme involving local, regional, and webinar training on topical issues.

Please send your application, CV and copies of certificates to,
 
DN/A 1320, 
P.O. Box 49010-00100, 
GPO, Nairobi 

so as to be received not later than the 16th July, 2012.
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Retail Sales Manager, Technical Assistants and Systems Administrator Vacancies in Kenya


We are a well established Company dealing in farm inputs and chemicals. 

We have vacancies for the positions indicated below for high performing candidates.
 
Retail Sales Manager
 
We are looking for a graduate with a minimum of 8 year experience in distribution of FMCG products through dealers, distributors and stockists. 

The selected candidate will be required to perfect the distribution system of the advertiser so as to maximize sales in the rural network. 

He is expected to possess skills/competencies required to develop programs to motivate dealers/distributors/stockists.
 
Technical Assistants
 
The organization is looking for Agronomists qualified at Degree, Diploma or certificate levels to serve as Technical Assistants in the field. Selected candidates will be required to implement development programmes to generate awareness on the company’s products and create demand.

Candidates will be expected to meet agreed sales targets. 

Candidates should preferably possess a valid motorcycle riding license and be less than 30 years of age.
 
Systems Administrator
 
We are looking for a Graduate software specialist with experience in Support and Maintenance of the Oracle ERP, Exchange E-Mail and Linux Firewall. Significant experience in LAN and WAN networks, performance monitoring, knowledge of Systems Design & Development will be an added advantage.
 
Preferred age is less than 35 years old.
 
DN/A 1323
P.O Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya at Globeflight


Job Description: Sales
 
Title: Sales Executive 

(4 Posts)
 
Globeflight is an international Courier and Logistics company looking for suitable candidates to fill in the position of a sales executive.
 
The incumbent will:
  • Meet individual sales targets as set.
  • Responsible for customer accounts
  • co-ordinate sales action plans for individual sales people
  • listen to customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale;
  • maintain and develop relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails;
  • cold calls to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;
  • respond to incoming email and phone enquiries;
  • act as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets;
  • negotiate the terms of an agreement and closing sales;
  • gather market and customer information;
  • review your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;
Minimum requirements:
  • A degree in business from a recognized institution or at least 2 years sales experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates and curriculum vitae by 7th July 2012 to
 
HR Manager
Email: globeflightsales@gmail.com

Accounting and Auditing Job Opportunity in Kenya


Accounting and Auditing Vacancy
 
Reporting to the Managing Director, the selected candidates will be in-charge of the following duties and responsibilities:
 
Preparation of stock and sales reconciliation reports.
 
Creditors’ Management Debtors’ Management
 
Income tax matters, VAT Returns and other statutory requirements.
 
Preparation of Bank Reconciliations.
 
Maintenance of Fixed Assets Register and depreciation schedules.
 
Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts.
 
Preparation of cash flow, Profit & Loss and Balance sheets..
 
Payroll accounting and Preparation of Budgets and its controls.
 
Plan and Execute specific audit engagements within specified time budgets to accomplish the audit engagement plan.
 
Identification of opportunities to add value through improved business efficiencies and effectiveness.
 
Prepare reports on audit findings and jointly agree with line managers on action plans to address identified risks and control challenges.
 
Maintain liaison with audit clients to enhance the control environment within the company through regular follow-ups and consultation.
 
Execute audit activities to ensure reliability and integrity of information and effective use of company resources and compliance with contracts, standards and policies.
 
Follow up audit recommendations to ensure timely implementation and action to mitigate identified risks.
 
Job Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in relevant field
  • 3 years experience in accounting and/or auditing field
  • Professional accounting qualifications (CPA finalist, ACCA part III or equivalent)
  • Proficiency in IT
  • Excellent communication skills
Additional Qualities
  • Team player
  • Strategic thinking and influencing
  • Customer insight
  • High level of honesty, integrity and professionalism
  • Respect for confidentiality
  • High analytical skills
To apply for the above positions, potential candidates shall send their Curriculum Vitae to: info.orcabay@gmail.com before 6th/07/ 2012, 3.00pm.