Britam
is a leading financial services organization with global presence. Our vision
is to be the most trusted financial services company.
We seek
to offer superior insurance and asset management services to individuals,
business corporations and non-governmental organizations.
Financial Accountant
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the Financial Accountant will be in charge of ensuring accurate and proper recording of all transactions for the various investment funds and that the procedures and process are carried out within the set guidelines and company policy.
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of
the financial reports for various investment funds which include unit
trust funds, and Limited Liability Partnership accounts
- Preparation of
the valuation reports for the investment assets for the investment funds
and any other products in line with both the IFRS requirements and the
various valuation models for the different funds
- Ensure that
there is data integrity by ensuring that assets reconciliations are done
in a timely manner
- Reviewing and
posting all the journals into the general ledger and cash book entries
- Reviewing the
bank reconciliation reports and posting the entries
- Reviewing all
the investment transactions entries, accruals and other end month
adjustments/ closing entries
- Ensure prompt
payment of withdrawals within the proper procedures to minimize risk to
the company
- Facilitate both
internal and external audit into the investment funds’ accounts
- Comply with
statutory and other relevant regulatory bodies
- Automate manual
processes to reduce human intervention and hence errors/fraud.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
- Bachelor of
Commerce or any other relevant degree
- Relevant
professional qualification i.e. CPA or ACCA
- Use of SUN
Accounting system is an added advantage
- Computer
Literacy in Ms Office Suite of packages
- Strong
inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented and
collaborative environment
- Ability to work
in a fast paced and highly entrepreneurial environment
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention
to detail and high level of accuracy
- Customer focus
and orientation
- Relevant work
experience including experience from a reputable audit firm.
Corporate Sales Executives, Group Life and Pension (2 positions)
Reporting to the Sales Manager — Group Life & Pension, the jobholders will be responsible for growth of Group Life business to meet annual business targets with focus on brokers and Independent Agencies channels.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of
Group Life, Group Credit Life and Group Mortgage quotations
- Making Group
Life presentations to prospective clients
- Acquiring
business by identifying and exploiting business opportunities
- Developing and
maintaining good working relationships with Brokers & Independent
Agencies
- Delivering good
customer service by responding swiftly to queries and concerns from
clients
- Ensuring
credibility with clients by maintaining detailed knowledge of current
market conditions and competitors’ products
- Introducing new
products and promoting them through regular visits and frequent
communication with intermediaries and direct clients
- Credit control
management of Group Life debtors
- Preparation of
reports, and presentation materials
- Providing
quality coaching and training to Brokers & Independent Agents
- Performs any
other duties assigned from time to time.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
- Bachelor’s
degrees in a business related field
- Progress towards
attaining AIIK or ACII qualification
- Sales and
Marketing qualification will be added advantage
- Knowledgeable in
Microsoft Office Suite
- Superior
interpersonal and communication skills
- Minimum of2 year
work experience in the same field
Internal Motor Assessor
Nature and Scope
The position reports to the Claims Manager, General Insurance.
The job
holder will be responsible for assessing the damage and liability of accident
vehicles, supervision of external motor assessors and handling enquiries and
complaints relating to motor accident repairs
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing the
damage and liability of accident vehicles
- Issuing of
repair authority to motor repairers
- Preparation of
assessment reports
- Re-inspection of
vehicles
- Issuing of release
letters to repairers
- Supervision of
external motor assessors
- Vetting of motor
repairs
- Handling of
customer enquiries and complaints relating to motor accident repairs
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
- A Degree or
Diploma in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering
- Motor Technical
Certificate or Mechanical Engineering Certificate
- Certificate of
Proficiency from College of Insurance or equivalent recognized
qualification
- Computer
knowledge - Microsoft Office and AIMS knowledge an added advantage
- Possession of a
valid driving license
- Good working
knowledge in vehicle accident assessment and vehicle claims recovery
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills.
If your
career aspirations match this exciting opportunity please submit your detailed
curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands
of this challenging position giving full names, contacts and e-mail address of3
referees to hr@britam.co.ke
Hard
copies will not be accepted.
Applications
should be received not later than 16th December 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
