Cluster Financial Accountant - Nairobi, Nairobi County - DHL Global Forwarding

Description

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Who turns an analysis into an experiment? You do
- DHL Global Forwarding
has an opening for a
Cluster Financial Accountant
in
Nairobi,
Kenya.
Join us in connecting people and improving lives

In this Cluster Financial Accountant position

• Lead and manage the accounting team within the cluster, with a focus on effective collaboration and efficient communication between cluster and shared service centre team members.
• Ensure adherence to internal DHL Group and DGF policies, including but not limited to financial and management reporting requirements, Treasury policy, Supplier Lifecycle Management policy.
• Manage cash flow and treasury processes by providing oversight of PTP and treasury functions to ensure smooth and efficient payment processes.
• Coordinate MEC tasks for the cluster across the towers and with shared service centre teams to ensure an efficient and smooth MEC process.
• Coordinate statutory, internal and tax audits within the required deadlines.
• Ensure blackline reconciliations are completed appropriately and actions are taken on proactively to minimize risk and maintain financial health and stability for all balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure internal controls are implemented appropriately and evidence is maintained for ICON purposes.
• Financial approvals as defined by the applicable approvals matrix, which may include but not limited to: o Supplier invoices o Journals o Petty cash/mobile money reconciliations where required by policy.
• Review VAT reconciliation performed by VAT team and provide information to address reconciling items.
• Coordinate with GBS tax and VAT teams to ensure that all tax filings are made accurately within the deadlines.
• Manage staff-related accounting including Concur, staff accounts, payroll-related accruals and provisions.
• Fixed asset management and reporting.
• Sponsor finance projects for system and process continuous improvement.
• Additional responsibilities, projects and outcomes may be applicable as per business needs.

General Competencies and Skills:

• Change Management: Leading and managing the process changes, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
• Collaboration: Working effectively with the teams, cross-divisional teams, and external partners to achieve common goals.
• Decision Making: Analyzing the data to make informed, timely and effective decisions for optimal financial results.
• Digitally Adept: Proficient in using data analytics tools, digital platforms and technologies for productive management and reporting.
• Effective Communication: Conveying insights and implications clearly and concisely to the team and stakeholders.
• Flexible mindset: Stay resilient in the face of challenges and opportunities, e.g., new regulations, market conditions, organizational changes.
• People Management: Build and maintain a motivated, high-performing finance team that consistently contributes to the overall success.

Finance Specific Knowledge:

• Clear understanding of the key financial processes within DGF to ensure adequate supervision and support for each of the towers:
• Accounting (RTR): Accounting (RTR) involves preparing and reporting (consolidated) financial statements, maintaining accurate financial accounts and records, and generating reports for internal or external auditors for analysis and compliance.
• Accounts Payable (PTP): Accounts Payable (PTP) encompasses managing the end-to-end incoming invoices from receipt to payment preparation, reviewing and matching invoices to ensure bills are paid and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
• Balance Sheet & Risk Management: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company's balance sheet while identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks to maintain financial stability and compliance.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing the inflow and outflow of cash to ensure the company can meet its financial obligations and invest in growth opportunities.
• ESG Reporting: Ensure the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting KPIs are reported accurately as required at country/cluster level per Group reporting guidelines.
• Foreign Exchange Rate Management: Managing the risks associated with fluctuations in foreign exchange rates to protect the company's financial performance and profitability.
• Formal Finance Qualification: Attaining recognized finance qualifications (e.g., CPA, CFA, ACCA) to demonstrate expertise and credibility in financial management and practices.
• Tax Audit/ Tax Filing/ Operation Tax Management: Coordinating with GBS Tax to ensure tax related matters are managed appropriately including tax compliance, accurate tax returns are filed on a timely basis, reviewing tax forms and external reporting, planning and optimizing tax strategies to minimize liabilities and ensure compliance with tax laws

Now, here is what we need from you

• Bachelor's degree; CPA or equivalent qualification
• Experience – 8 years

We offer:

• Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
• Possible further career development
• Competitive salary

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
We are part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at

Our
TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification
attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization is an ongoing key focus area.

We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry,
when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF
because we have:

• The largest global network with more than :30,000 passionate employees
• The most efficient processes and fastest response times
• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision:
The Logistics Company for the World.

Our Mission:
Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose:
Connecting People, improving lives.

Our Values:
Respect & Results

Our Goals:
Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics