Kenya - Finance Trainee (FTC)

Who We Are:

At Inchcape Shipping Services, our vision is to create a connected world where customers can trade successfully and make informed decisions in every port, everywhere. We achieve this by combining our worldwide infrastructure with local expertise, through our global network of more than 250 proprietary offices and a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals. Our diverse customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors, as well as naval, government, and intergovernmental organisations.

Role Summary:

The Finance Trainee will assist the finance team in accounting aspects such payables and receivables documentation and invoicing. This role provides a comprehensive introduction to the finance department and offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Contract: Fixed Term Contract (1 Year)

Location: Kenya, Mombasa (On-Site)

Key Responsibilities: 

• Apply sound accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting and record-keeping.
• Perform timely cash and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate daily foreign currency exchange rates within accounting records.
• Verify and process intercompany invoices accurately and on time.
• Complete monthly intercompany reconciliations, ensuring zero variances.
• Support the Finance Manager (FM) and Accounting Manager (AM) with internal and external audits.
• Prepare balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation to meet audit requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

• Essential: Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Commerce or Business.
• B.Com/M.Com qualification.
• Good knowledge of finance and administrative processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle information professionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English & French).
  
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office) with ability to learn new software applications.

You will receive: 

A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. At this instance, you will enjoy:

• A place to grow your career - we’ll help you set big goals and exceed them.
• Competitive salary package.
  
• Work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates.
• Value Award celebration events.

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce, that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people, their welfare, training, and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills, and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these: 

Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture. 

The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships. 

Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry. 

#WeAreInchcape

Inchcape is an Equal Opportunities Employer - equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Working in a diverse society, we recognise that our customers, colleagues, and contractors are central to our success. 

Additional Information:

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location. 

To protect the interests of all parties, Inchcape will not accept unsolicited or speculative resumes from recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them.

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