Finance & Operations Specialist

7 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time
Finance and Operations Specialist

ThinkWell Kenya is seeking a highly skilled Finance and Operations Specialist to support the ThinkWell Kenya office. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the effective management of financial and operational aspects of the office.

About ThinkWell Kenya

ThinkWell Kenya is a leading organization implementing the Strategic Purchasing for Primary Health Care (SP4PHC) program, a five-year initiative funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Our mission is to improve healthcare systems and outcomes in Kenya and beyond.

Key Responsibilities
  • Financial Management (80%)
    • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and tracking using ThinkWell's accounting system.
    • Manage banking operations, reconcile bank statements, and process invoices and accounts payable and receivable.
    • Ensure statutory compliance with local laws and regulations, and maintain financial files and support audits.
    • Develop and maintain a filing system for financial documents, and participate in financial audits.
    • Plan, implement, and manage program budgets, reviews, and reports.
  • Office Management & Human Resources (20%)
    • Plan and monitor all office responsibilities, including supplies, IT, communications, utilities, and contracts for office services.
    • Support the growth of the ThinkWell country office, including government registration and liaison activities, administrative duties, legal and compliance requirements, logistics, and procurement.
    • Prepare correspondence and provide administrative support during meetings.
    • Coordinate with the Talent team to manage local staff recruitment and new hire onboarding.
    • Work with global operations teams to manage a payroll system for local staff, including the calculation and remittance of tax and other statutory requirements.
    • Help revise the HR manual based on company policy and in accordance with labor laws, and manage staff contracts for approval.
    • Maintain a secure and confidential HR filing system and employee records according to policy and legal requirements.
    • Partner with the Country Director in the implementation of the performance management system.
    • Coordinate with the Talent team to develop training and development programs for staff.
    • Thought partner with the Country Director to address employee relations and performance issues.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or equivalent, with 5+ years of experience, or a Master's degree and 3+ years of experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in financial management, accounting, donor compliance, human resources management, local labor law, and contracts management.
  • Relevant work experience in management consulting, bilateral or multilateral development agencies, and/or international NGOs, with some experience managing projects in low- or middle-income countries.
  • Technical savvy and strong computer skills, advanced MS Excel skills, and IT systems familiarity.
  • Understanding of operating a country office in a complex setting environment.
  • Understanding of Kenya labor, banking, and procurement practices and laws.
  • Demonstrated team and people management abilities, with a focus on growing staff, mentoring, and coaching junior professionals.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Demonstrated poise and professionalism in engaging with external partners, donors, and stakeholders.
  • Full English fluency.
  • Outstanding cross-cultural communication skills, including the ability to relate respectfully with staff at all levels, ages, genders, nationalities, and orientations, as well as across work areas.
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude.

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