Human Asset Consultants Ltd was founded in August 2008 and is a Human Resources consultancy firm that was inspired by the belief that the success of any entity begins with discovering, developing and nurturing the skills, potential and talent of any human being. The Human Resource is the most important Asset in any organization and thus, deserves special focus and attention, tailor made to suit specific situations and environment. Over time, other team members have come in with competences and experiences in various sectors including the Banking, Manufacturing, Micro-finance, Hospitality, Finance and Insurance, Government Institutions, NGOs among others. They have brought in real world practical experiences gained. Most of our consultants have spent time conducting and managing a wide range of consulting and management assignments with the local and international firms. It is on this basis, that we hope to take this wonderful journey with you on helping you discover the full potential of your most important and valued asset. Our Vision Providing practical human resources solutions that create an empowering work environment for enhanced productivity and increased stakeholder value. Our Passion Recruit. Inspire. Retain Our Mission To translate people dynamics to tangible results through enabling and inspiring our clients. Our Motto It all begins with you!Role purpose Monitor and improve P&S performance by preparing periodical reports and analysis, discuss underlying assumptions, reasons for major deviations, identify key risks and exposure and taking a supporting role in the budget, forecast and strategic processes. To secure a solid bedrock for finance activities in Kenya Expected to deliver quality result in fast changing business environment Deliver high quality set of accounting data to facilitate group, statutory and tax reporting Support local Finance activities and coordinate with EFO and GFO Coordinate compliance processes in Kenya Protect Syngenta assets in Kenya Represent Syngenta towards external auditors and local tax authorities Support the finance integration activities Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and other laws Ensure integrity of the countries' compliance program with corporate and local policies and procedures Continuously monitor emerging internal control risks and update existing controls and processes to respond to these risks Detect and report to appropriate Syngenta management any violation or deviation from standards and practices including the code of conduct, laws and other misconduct ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead the accounting operations process, which includes: Fixed assets, Payables, Accounts receivables and Transactions processing on ERP system, payment Prepare and analyze Ledger Accounting, Statutory Accounting and Reporting and Tax Reporting and collaborate effectively with both Business Facing Finance and outsourcing companies Prepare and Record relevant journal entries in local entity books Uses best practices and knowledge to improve processes/services Support cost awareness and cost control throughout the organization. Continuously improve the management reporting process, systems and formats. May direct and check the work of more junior team members. Timely delivery of relevant management reports and /or services to ensure accurate recording of all business transactions in ERP system according to the IFRS rules for group reporting and local GAAP rules for statutory reporting. Support continuous improvement and efficiency in relevant processes and Service Excellence Expected to deliver quality result in fast changing business environment Active involvement in month-end closing and year-end processes Active communication with other departments Cooperation with auditors Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders Reconciling balance sheet ledgers to sub-ledgers on AP/AR/GL and clearing accounts Ensure the basic controls are performed on time Support the finance integration activation and ensure activities are completed on time Prepare necessary calculations required for legal entity integration and ensure transactions are appropriately recorded Support the preparation of statutory, tax reports, returns in accordance with local GAAP, Tax regulations and Group standards. Ensure all company records are up to date in accordance with Companies Act Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities Strong controls and compliance focus Strong verbal and written communication skills The ability to maintain independence, autonomy and confidentiality Ability to work in virtual, multinational and cross functional teams Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure environment Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills Strong planning and execution skills Critical leadership capabilities Can demonstrate examples of clear achievement against performance goals Ensures plans with resources, milestones, measures Builds up quickly and maintains networks with relevant customers and stakeholders Displays positive attitude to change and progress • Follows up and checks progress – confronts performance progress directly • Gives and seeks feedback systematically and constructively plans, organizes and monitors performance to meet objectives • Communicates and influences to get commitment compellingly Knowledge, Experience & capabilities Critical knowledge: Bachelor/HBO or Master's degree in economics, accounting or business administration. Professional accounting qualification – CPA, ACCA Good understanding of supply and manufacturing concepts. Excellent in English Working knowledge of SAP. Master in Excel, data-mining. Preferred knowledge: Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance or Data Analysis SAP and SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud) knowledge Critical experience: Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience in a controlling function, preferably within the Flowers industry or a logistic- or manufacturing environment. Minimum of 2 - 4 years’ experience with accounting and reporting within a complex organization. Experience of working and interacting across multiple locations and cultures. Experience with SOX, IFRS and financial Compliance. Preferred experience: Experience of working and interacting across multiple locations and cultures FP&A background