Ipsos Synovate Kenya - Chief Financial Officer

The Role
The CFO is the financial steward of Ipsos’ business in Kenya

The CFO will be responsible for leading all financial aspects of the business including controlling, accounting, cash, cost optimization, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, and the profitable growth and improvement of the business.

The CFO will be required to lead the development and implementation of financial planning and budgeting in support of the company’s strategic goals and budgets. He/she will ensure that the company’s financial statements are accurate and timely, and in compliance with Ipsos Group policies. He/she will be responsible for accounting, controlling, financial planning and business analysis, treasury matters, maintaining good relationships with banking institutions, the company’s auditors, the required tax authorities, and other members of the financial community within the Group.

A specific short term objective is to entrench the use of our financial control and accounting system, known internally as Symphony. This is a major reengineering task that will require a proactive, flexible and assertive approach, a strong character, and an ability to work across the entire business both in Kenya and in the wider Ipsos group.

The CFO will report jointly to the CFO, Pan Africa and to the Managing Director of the Ipsos Kenya business.

This is not a maintenance role. It is a challenging role in a company with aggressive growth targets. The successful candidate will be able to “hit the ground running”, and will be a strong team-player. Success will lead to further opportunities within the Ipsos Group.
Required Knowledge and qualifications

Relevant University Degree

Relevant Accounting qualification

A track record of high achievement in a complex, matrix international environment

At least 6 years relevant management experience

Resilient and tough with a strong character. Able to act on own initiative within set guidelines

Strong communicator and team player

Strong interpersonal skills with ability to lead, motivate & develop people

Negotiation skills & the ability to influence at all levels

Well developed analytical skills

Adaptability and flexibility in service delivery
References will be sought and the preferred candidate will undertake further interviews at Group level including with the Group CFO.
If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!
This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Ipsos Synovate’s values.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careers-ke [at] ipsos.com.
Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached. Include “Chief Financial Officer, Ipsos Synovate Kenya” in the cover letter and email subject header.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for application: Friday, 12th Juy 2013, 5pm
For more information on Ipsos-Synovate please visit: www.ipsos.com