Choice Micro Finance bank is a leading Micro Finance bank in Nairobi, Kenya.

We are looking to hire a Finance officer. This position will be based in, Nairobi County.

The main duties and responsibilities of this position entails: –

• Manage the Monthly/Quarterly/Annual financial reporting and submission as per Group’s timelines, ensuring proper controls on financial reporting in compliance with IFRS/IAS, Companies Act, and Taxation Act, IRA guidelines and the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Manage, review, and approve all payments within the board approved limit for the bank expenses
• Manage the receivables process by ensuring adherence to Choice MFB credit policy-daily/weekly tracking and reporting of receivables.
• Assist in the audit process, review the submissions for external audits and closure of audit queries.
• Manage the liquidity position of the unit ensuring accurate plan of cashflows and assists in investment ofexcess liquidity in line with the investment policy.
• Manage the reconciliation of all ledger accounts of the unit for accuracy of the monthly GL reconciliations and Bank reconciliations.
• Provide accurate and timely financial planning and budgeting input for the unit in compliance with the Choice MFB guidelines.
• Review the expenditure plans, track expenditure as per budget and analyze and report any significant variance to management with recommended actions. Ensuring all taxes are filled/paid in time in compliance with the relevant regulations.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Finance or Accounting Option), Economics or related field
• Professional Qualifications in Accounting (CPAK/ACCA)
• At least 2 years’ experience in a bank or any micro finance institution

Key Competences

• A person of integrity with excellent analytical and report-writing skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical skills and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work independently and effectively on strict deadlines.
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of computerized banking systems
• Have worked in a start-up and fast paced environment

Applicants should submit their application together with a detailed resume, copies of testimonials and a daytime telephone number to the Head of Human Resources or email to [email protected] by 19th July,2023.