Accountant

Job Title: Accountant
Industry: Transport/ Logistics
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs. 35k – 40k

Virtual Recruitment and Staffing Services Ltd is one of the leading Recruitment firms in Kenya .Our client is one of the leading transport/ Logistics Company based in Nairobi. They are looking for an Accountant.

Job Responsibilities
• Ensure timely payment of all statutory returns such as PAYE, VAT etc.
• Oversee preparation of the monthly payroll, relevant statutory returns and explain any variations in payroll from one month to the other.
• Liaise with the Finance Manger to determine accurately the company’s gross profit performance (cost analysis) for each site.
• Post all monthly transfers to the sites and ascertain their usage is supported by necessary documents.
• Receive supplier’s invoices, assign correct codes, batch them and post them into the system after they are reviewed by the Finance Manager.
• Posting of LPOs on the accounting software.
• Record all transfers received by the company through the bank.
• Accurately update the cash book and prepare bank and general ledger reconciliations
• Prepare daily cash position and weekly highlight report
• Liaise with operations and sites for accounting of fuel usage weekly for the purpose of payment
• File finance related documents and accounting records to ensure easy tracing.
• Maintain a spreadsheet of cost per item of all regular expense items.
• Follow up on suppliers to provide invoices and monthly statements.
• Settle outstanding accounts within the credit terms agreed with the supplier and ensure that all supporting documents are attached.
• Review and query petty cash payments from the sites
• Check petty cash vouchers for proper authorization and acknowledgment of cash by recipients and ensure proper posting of the same.
• Ensure filing of copies of all documents supporting payments into relevant files
• Promptly obtain new tax guidelines for each year from the Income Tax Department or whenever tax changes are announced to ensure that deductions are correct and are paid in a timely manner at all times
• Oversee proper recording of debtors and creditors and ensure the reconciliation of their balances
• Liaise with the Finance Manager to prepare budget for the sites & review any variances.
• Provide necessary information/documents required by auditors from time to time.
• Raise capital expenditure forms for approval to acquire fixed assets as per procedure and keep an updated list of all company assets.
• To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the management from time to time

Competencies and Qualifications Desired
• CPA (K)
• Excellent command of the English language(both spoken and Written)
• Good command of the Swahili Language
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in Accounts
• Experience in the transport/ logistics industry will be an added advantage
• Good Accounting knowledge.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Culturally aware and adept at working across multiple geographies
• Attention to detail
• Customer focus / orientation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High on entrepreneurial spirit
• Work independently & with a Team
• Multitasking
• Assertive

How To Apply
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Accountant – Transport & Logistics) to vacancies@virtualrecruitment.co.ke before Friday 6th January, 2017. Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Communications Assistant – Native French Speaking

Job Title: Communications Assistant – Native French Speaking
Number: 2
Industry: Lottery
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs. 50k – 60k

Virtual Recruitment and Staffing Services Ltd is one of the leading Recruitment firms in Kenya. Our client is one of the leading lottery and sports betting operator in emerging markets. The company has brands in over 18 national divisions across Africa/Asia and with central offices in London. They are looking for a native French speaking communications assistant with love for soccer.

Job Responsibilities
• Supporting the content manager with sports, betting and company news for use across a broad platform of channels including print, web, social media, mobile and POS TV
• Supporting the implementation of this content through channels across approximately ten national brands
• Creating a social media schedule with engaging and interactive content
• Creating new copy and sourcing existing material in a highly organised and efficient process
• Communicate effectively with local marketing managers to develop local news content
• Opportunity to support the Marketing Team with the development in all areas of communication including branding, point of sale and customer/employee communications

Competencies and Qualifications Desired

• Must be a native French Speaker
• Must have love and knowledge of soccer
• An enthusiastic, highly organized and disciplined individual
• A Degree in Communication, Mass Communication, Public Relations or Journalism
• Excellent English writing/editing skills, meticulous eye for detail
• Strong knowledge and interest in football and betting
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Proficient on Facebook and Twitter
• An understanding of the unique characteristics of the countries we operate in
• Bilingual: French / Swahili desirable but not essential

How To Apply
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Communications Assistant – Native French Speaking) to vacancies@virtualrecruitment.co.ke before Monday 12th December, 2016. Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician

Job Title: Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician
Industry: Petroleum
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs. 50k – 70k

Our client in the Petroleum industry is looking for a Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician who must be approved/licensed by Weight and Measure Office: –

Job Responsibilities
• Install systems in line with the Company’s quality standards and tests equipment
• Installation of Petrol stations fuel pumps
• Installation of flexible underground piping system
• Ensure preventive maintenance completed in line with company’s quality standards, in timely manner
• Report back to Sales Manager – Petroleum any customer complaints identified in the field
• Carry out maintenance of Petrol pumps, service station electrical equipment and underground piping.
• Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions
• Responsible for, and makes recommendations to, fulfill departmental quality, safety, quantity and teamwork requirements

Qualifications Required
• Technical Diploma/Degree/ Certificate (Electrical) from reputed institute.
With a Degree must have a minimum of 3 Years hands-on experience in maintenance of petrol station equipments like pumps, dispensers etc. Diploma – minimum of 5 years hands-on experience, Certificate minimum of 8 years hands-on experience
• Must have worked in petroleum industry
• Must be registered/approved by Weight and Measures Office
• Ability to identify potential and existing problems
• Knowledgeable on Petroleum Rules and Safety regulations
• Must be self-motivated, disciplined and able to work in team.

How To Apply
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician) to vacancies@virtualrecruitment.co.ke before Friday 9th September, 2016. Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician

Job Title: Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician
Industry: Petroleum
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs. 25k – 35k

Our client in the Petroleum industry is looking for a Petroleum Pump Electrical Technician who must be approved/licensed by Weight and Measure Office: –

Job Responsibilities
• Install systems in line with the Company’s quality standards and tests equipment
• Installation of Petrol stations fuel pumps
• Installation of flexible underground piping system
• Ensure preventive maintenance completed in line with company’s quality standards, in timely manner
• Report back to Sales Manager – Petroleum any customer complaints identified in the field
• Carry out maintenance of Petrol pumps, service station electrical equipment and underground piping.
• Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions
• Responsible for, and makes recommendations to, fulfill departmental quality, safety, quantity and teamwork requirements


Qualifications Required

• Technical Diploma/Degree/ Certificate (Electrical) from reputed institute
• Must have worked in petroleum industry
• Must be registered/approved by Weight and Measures Office
• Ability to identify potential and existing problems
• Knowledgeable on Petroleum Rules and Safety regulations
• Must be self-motivated, disciplined and able to work in team.

How To Apply
To apply, send your CV and cover letter only to vacancy@ycl.co.ke before close of business 15th August 2016. Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line.

Technical Sales Executive

Job Title: Technical Sales Executive
Industry: Petroleum
Type: Full Time
Reporting to: Managing Director
Location: Nairobi
Salary: KES. 40,000 – KES 50,000 Gross + Commissions

Virtual Recruitment and Staffing Services is one of the leading Recruitment firms in Kenya. Our client is a leading company that sells petroleum products and is seeking to recruit an aggressive, ambitious, suitable personnel to fill the position of a Technical Sales Executive to sell fuel pumps, Automation systems and mobile petrol stations.

JOB PURPOSE
• Responsible for sales and marketing for petroleum department (pumps, automation systems and mobile petrol station)
• Must continuously grow the revenue of the company
• Maximize every selling opportunity to achieve targets and build relationships with customers
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To meet monthly, quarterly, and annual retail revenue targets and grow sales month by month
• Strategy Formulation-responsible for senior level decision making and both day to day management and strategic direction of the sales growth of the organization.
• To ensure after-sales service issues are managed in time and to the satisfaction of the customers
• To ensure technicians attend to clients within shortest time possible.
• Managing customer relationship – lead & own wholesale relationship.
• Grow the Sales Volumes-Proactively ensure steady sales growth for the company as the company retains market competitiveness and positive image as well as ensure continuous sales growth at by building a high performance sales team that delivers results, maximizing sales to the current clientele
• In charge of all marketing activities
• Tender applications and follow ups
• Development of action plans to penetrate New Markets-Initiate, coordinate, design and implement concrete strategies to ensure penetration into new markets in implementation of sales strategy
• Management of the Sales Process -Across the regions, ensuring sales analysis and market trends are in line with the company’s strategic plan.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the industry and products in details
• Drive client satisfaction to encourage repeat business and secure new opportunities
• Compiling and analyzing sales figures and give Sales and Marketing reports to management and ensure that sales reports are updated daily – sales calls, prospects, orders, collections, etc
• Develop marketing campaigns. To identify and map attractive sales areas and plan for marketing activities around the country
• Research new markets and prospect stores to develop the grow wholesale accounts
• Negotiate payment and delivery terms with clients
• To ensure after-sales service issues are managed in time and to the satisfaction of the customers
• To meet high ethical standards in line with the company culture

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
• A degree in business related field with 2 years’ experience in petroleum industry with market knowledge
• Previous fuel pumps sales experience and a strategic thinker, previous contacts essential
• Well-developed negotiation skills
• A strong results orientation with a track record of hitting and exceeding targets.
• The proven ability to identify and develop relationships with key accounts
• A self-starter with a tenacious and autonomous attitude towards developing new business and managing targets
• Energetic and aggressive with personal selling experience with wide sales network.
• Good analytical and leadership skills, a leader who knows how to motivate and control a team
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Computer Skills: Word, excel, and power-point
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, send your CV and a cover letter only to vacancy@ycl.co.ke before close of business 10th August 2016. Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line.