Accountant, Group Reporting, Job in Kenya - DIBBKE

Job Purpose

The Job holder will be responsible for Group reporting in liaison with the Senior Manager Financial Controls.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement duties

Group Reporting

  • Responsible for the preparation of Group reports as per SLA.
  • Responsible for collation of information from other units for completion of Group Reports.
  • Provide support to the Senior Manager Financial Controls with respect to Group reporting enquiries.
  • Liaise with MIS unit in automation of Group reports to improve on efficiencies.

  • Assist with External audit process by reviewing required audit schedules and support documents.
  • Preparation of ALCO pack.
  • Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Reliever Role for Accountant-Regulatory Reporting and Accountant -Financial Control

  • Provide backup for Accountant -Regulatory reporting and Accountant- Financial Control including IFRS and Central Bank Reporting.
  • Input for and validation of IFRS 9 provisioning model.
  • Support financial reporting team in respect of preparation of key financial reporting schedules for credit risk and liquidity risk, in line with department standards.

Financial & non-financial (impact on end results “department budget, cost of operation, sales margin, operating income, staff headcount”)

Financial: None

Non-Financial: To improve existing workflow and process based on business and product understanding.

Key Relationship (Internal & External)

Internal:

  • Head of Finance (CF0)
  • Group Finance
  • Branches
  • Risk
  • IT
  • Internal Audit
  • Business teams (If required)

External:

  • Central Bank and other regulatory authorities e.g., KDIC
  • Tax Authority
  • Ministry of Finance
  • External Auditors
  • Tax advisors

Qualifications

  • CPA Part 2 or similar qualification.
  • University Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Studies.
  • Minimum 3 years post qualification experience in a similar position and/or in accounting or audit environment
  • Knowledge of International Accounting and Reporting Best Practices
  • Good knowledge of the Financial and Banking sector
  • In depth knowledge on accounting concepts, principal, and knowledge of banking products.
  • Knowledge of reconciliation procedures
  • Knowledge of CBK electronic software reporting module
  • Knowledge of CBK reporting requirements and repercussions for failure to comply.
  • Good interpersonal skills and good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good numerical skills
  • Good computer skills, especially MS Excel
  • Dynamic, analytical, and self-driven individual with the ability to work under pressure.

Key Competencies

  • Complex and varied work assignments requiring frequent careful choice in prioritizing, timing and sequence of procedures and steps.
  • High impact in terms of risk and delivery responsibilities.
  • More demanding internal and external customers due to financial sector sophistication and maturity requiring more sophisticated reports.
  • Strong decision-making ability is required on the application of local regulations and bank policies.
  • Interpretation and application of IFRS and IAS

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to careers@dibkenya.co.ke