Company Profile

Kegna Beverages S.C. is a beverages Manufacturing Industry established on April 1, 2017. The beverages green field project is located in Oromia Regional State, West Shewa Zone, on the outskirt of Ginchi town while the project office is located at Elilly International Hotel new building 10th floor Kazanchis, Finfinnee, Ethiopia.  The company will engage in producing quality alcoholic & non- alcoholic beer brands in the first phase while the 2nd phase expansion plan is to produce carbonated water, Juices and other portfolios. For more information about Kegna Beverages S.C., please visit our website www.kegnabeverages.com.

Hence, Kegna Beverages S.C. would like to invite competent and qualified candidates to apply for the following position: 

Position Summary:  

The Project Finance Manager is responsible for the company's long-term financial health and growth. S/He establishes strategies that will earn profits, oversees accounting operations, produces accurate reports on where money is going within the business and improve or change current practices to increase efficiency. The position holder will be responsible for managing the day to day financial activities of the project and revise financial policies and procedures, develop charts of accounts, tax compliance procedures and manage the financial aspect of the project and related contracts.  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans, coordinates, manages and controls the activities of the financial operations of the company.

• Formulates and proposes financial strategies to be used in the long-term financial plans for the company.

• Monitors and supervises the company’s financial condition through the proper implementation of management of accounting systems.

• Looks for and recommends new funding sources which can finance the company’s operations.

• Manages the company’s assets, funds and investments.

• Prepare/updates the company’s financial procedure manuals in accordance to changes in legislation or regulations that may affect the company’s business operation.

• Oversee effective implementation of the financial policies and procedures; ensure that financial policies and procedures, and relevant local tax laws are complied with;

• Develops good working relationships with key financial stakeholders such as banks, auditors, insurance and tax authorities for the benefit of the company.

• Manage the preparation of periodic financial reports (income statements, Balance sheets, cash flow statements) and reports to higher officials of the company.

• Ensures sound cash management of bank accounts and maintains adequate petty cash fund.

• Provides an interpretation of financial information and determine the financial position of the company.

• Works with internal stakeholders such as: internal auditor, procurement, HR, technic, commerce and other functional units for smooth operation of the project.

• Proposes and maintains proper Accounting Information Systems or ERP system.

• Ensures treasury activities are in compliance with treasury policies, accounting guidelines, governance policies and internal controls.

• Sets annual budget and financial performance targets; monitor and evaluate accordingly;

• Contributes to the overall strategic planning and development of the company;

• Ensures all legally required taxes are reported and paid on time.

• Gets the financial statements are audited by external auditor, audit comments are cleared and approved by the Board of Directors.

• Closely monitors and ensures that accounts are accurate and up to date; and financial records are maintained based on the financial policy and procedure and the IFRS;

• Performs other similar tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

• This job description is not exhaustive and hence subject to revision based on the needs of the organization.

Job Requirements

Academic requirement:

• MA/MSC/BA/BSC in Accounting and Finance or related fields of study.

• Certification in ACCA or equivalent is a plus;

Work experience:

• 10 years for MA/MSC or 12 years for BA/BSc related experience out of which 4/5 years should be in managerial position(s) preferably in Beverage Industries.

Additional Competencies:

• Strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Emotional maturity

• Strong influencing and persuasion ability

• Strong decision-making skills

• Strong customer orientation and partnership

• Proficiency in  advanced Microsoft and ERP

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks

• Ability to handle confidential information with care.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels

• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Fluency in Afan Oromo, Amharic and English is required.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified applicants who meets the requirements should follow the below instruction and apply through the online application form.

• Fill out this Online Application Form

• If you do not fill the online application form, your application will not be considered.

• Please attach your application; CV and credentials in ONE “Word” or “PDF” file with a maximum file size 10MB with file name format: “your full name-position title”.  

Application deadline: April 16, 2023

Note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Applications not conforming to the above instructions will NOT be considered. No phone calls please.