Senior Manager – Business Administration at Hapag-Lloyd

  • Published date: June 27, 2022
  • Category: Management & Business Development
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

Job Description


 


 


Hapag-Lloyd belongs to the leading ocean carriers for the trades Transatlantic, Middle East, Latin America and Intra-America.

 



Key Functions / Accountabilities



  • Budgeting (Budget adjustment and quarterly Forecasts) of Overhead Costs and Operational Expenses

  • Produce monthly trend analysis and maintenance of costs standards

  • Manage the Business Administration and Controlling function of Kenya

  • Assist with Performance Management of the various business units in Kenya (presentation of KPI’s and support with alignment)

  • Manage Finance Closure Administration (Month/Quarter/Year End) within the company guidelines

  • Manage and oversee external and internal audits and ensure unqualified reports received.

  • Manage the Balance Sheet and Income Statement Accounts and reconciliation thereof.

  • Manage Accounts Receivables and Payables within the company guidelines

  • Review and develop business processes in line with Hapag Lloyd guidelines, maintaining process excellence and digitization/automation

  • Responsible for cost saving initiatives and procurement (Operational and Overhead costs) and provide feedback and proposals to the procurement committee

  • Responsible for the Risk management of the Kenya office.

  • Responsible for credit policy to minimize the risk of bad debt loss

  • Manage the Cash Flow of the Country within the company guidelines

  • Supervision of Country level Business Systems group

  • Management of Country ITC Support and Facilities functions

  • Management of Country HR and Payroll functions

  • Maintain a feedback channel to Area Africa BU heads, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and goals of the Kenya office.

  • Management of Country Statutory Records and Reporting.

  • Ensure total Compliance to Hapag Lloyd global standards and policies as well as local regulatory laws.

  • Support the Kenya Managing Director in the implementation of policies and day to day activities

  • Provide reports and analyze key data to drive improvements

  • Responsible for setting targets and goals for individual departments within Business Administration and supporting with appropriate training and development.

  • Resolution of high level concerns

  • Create and maintain an open communication channel within Department, Area and Region

  • Work closely with other area Directors on process improvement and communication flow

  • Liaise with Area Africa Office for all Controlling related matters


Qualifications for this Position are;



  • University degree or equivalent with at least 8 years of experience in Finance or Accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Shipping and Logistics background is required.

  • SAP experience will be advantageous.

  • Strong communications and organization skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Organization Awareness/Commercial acumen

  • Relevant working experience will be an added advantage

  • MS Office Proficient



 


Method of Application


Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to  hrkenya@hlag.com
Use the title of the position as the subject of the email

Closing Date : 18 July. 2022




 

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