Kiu Construction Limited Jobs

Summary:Kiu Construction Limited is a private limited liability company specializing in building roads, bridges and developing real estate in Kenya.
They envision being the leading firm in infrastructure and real estate development in Kenya.
They are currently looking to hire qualified professionals to join their team and work together to achieve the organizational goals.
1. Job Title: Accountant
Reporting to and deputizing the Finance Manager, the Accountant will be tasked with the duties as stated below:
Key Responsibilities

Manage the accounting section with the aim of achieving finance department objectives as stipulated by the Finance Manager

Introduction and implementation of financial and system controls in consultation with the Head of Finance;

Ensure accurate and complete posting of accounting data and the generation of trial balance.

Manage the full spectrum of cost and financial accounting, forecasting and budgeting.

Production of timely and accurate financial reports against strict deadlines.

Responsible for maintaining a stable cash-flow by drawing up cash flow projections and appraising debtors and creditors to ensure steady cash flow.

Monitor general ledger postings, ensuring that accounting records are accurate and established standards are adhered to.

This specifically includes (but is not limited to): checking subsidiary ledgers and supporting documentation, reviewing reconciliation entries and making accurate and appropriate accruals

Perform cash flow forecasting, budgeting and working closely with operations in analysing margins, variances and cost analysis.

Establish and monitor relationships with creditors and debtors. Reviewing the debtor statements, bank reconciliation, supplier statement re conciliations and inventory valuation listing on a monthly basis

Develop and strengthen internal controls; this also includes ensuring adherence to set controls

Responsible for the day to day running of the accounting function

Ensuring that accounting records are maintained in an accurate and up to date manner;

Co-ordinating the budgetary process, monitoring departmental performance against the budgets, and reporting on/investigating variances RequirementsDiploma in Accountancy

CPA Part II & Above (Preference will be given to holders of CPA K )

A minimum of four (4) years hands on experience with management information system & accounting software’s (preference will be given to those that have previously worked for Building & Civil Engineering firms).

Membership to professional accounting bodies is an added advantage

Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus

Proficiency with accounting software’s/applications2. Job Title: Procurement Officer
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Procurement Officer will be tasked with the duties as stated below:
Key Responsibilities

Receive approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch LPOs as needed for goods and services and follow up to ensure timely delivery

Where necessary, procure proforma invoices/quotations from suppliers.

Ensure products supplied are as per specifications and supplied at the best prices

Co-ordinate the receiving of goods and ensure that user department is available to confirm quality and quantity.

Ensure that the good received notes are prepared, attached to the delivery notes and LPO and forwarded to accounts for payment processing

Generate a weekly report on all outstanding items and requisitions for the management.

Follow up on delayed deliveries and keep user departments informed; consulting them if there is need to change specifications or suppliers

Monitor the performance of selected suppliers, highlight areas of concern and recommend alternatives where necessary

Summarize the achievement made on price reduction and the quality products for management review.

Prepare in liaison with user departments consolidated procurement plans and disposal plans.

Prepare suitable contracts in close consultation with the user departments to ensure implementation of contracts in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts.

Evaluate tenders/quotations with the users and preparing tender report Compile a report on all surplus, obsolete and defective equipment and stores for disposal consideration.

Manage contracts entered with the suppliers and working closely with the users departments to ensure effective and efficient contract implementation.

Compile a list and arranging disposal of all surplus, obsolete and defective equipment and stores.Requirements

Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies preferably C.I.P.S or equivalent

A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a similar role in a busy set up (preference will be given to those that have previously worked for Building & Civil Engineering firms)

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.

Knowledge of procurement policies, practices and procedures.

Good working knowledge of administrative procedures and ICT

Should have good knowledge in tendering procedures and systems

Good knowledge of procurement regulations

Membership to professional bodies i.e. K.I.S.M, C.I.P.S will be an added advantage

Must be practical, result oriented, analytical and focusedHow to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 16th January 2015.
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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