Job Opportunities at KIB Food Processing Company

JOB BRIEF
We are a reputable spice production company looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for auditing financial documents and procedures, reconciling bank statements and calculating tax payments and returns. The candidate should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes.

Ultimately, the candidate will provide the company with accurate quantitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of our business, while ensuring we are compliant with all tax regulations.

JOB DESCRIPTION
As the Accountant, you will analyze all financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within the company. You will need to:

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements.
• Administering payrolls and controlling income and expenditure
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
• Establish tables of accounts, and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Develop, implement, modify, and document record-keeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
• Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
• Work as Internal Revenue Service agent.
• Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Perform other miscellaneous jobs as requested by management 

REQUIREMENTS

• Work experience as an Accountant
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills is needed
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• BSc in Accounting, Finance  with 2-3 years experience or in a related field in preferred.
• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus

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JOB BRIEF

KIB food processing company the producers of AmaWonda natural spices are looking for an experienced Production Manager to organize and oversee the manufacturing of all our products. The ideal candidate will be ultimately responsible for the smooth running of all production lines and the quality of output.

We expect the candidate to have deep know-how in production procedures. Ability to direct personnel towards maximum performance will set you apart as a leader. Decision-making and problem-solving will take up a great part of your day. 

JOB DESCRIPTION
As a production manager, you will oversee the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations. You will need to:

• Plan and draw up a production schedule
• Decide on and order the resources that are required and ensure stock levels remain adequate
• You will be responsible for setting the quality standards for production
• Ensure that the production will be cost effective by estimating costs and negotiating and agreeing budgets with both clients and line managers.
• Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed
• Monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programmes
• Organise the repair of any damaged equipment
• Liaise with different departments, teams and companies, e.g. suppliers, managers, clients
• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed at all times
• Ensure customer orders are completed on time and to budget and that quality standards and targets are met.
• Work with other line managers and management staff to implement the company's policies and goals
• Collate and analyse data, putting together production reports for both the factory manager and customers.
• Supervise and motivate a team of workers
• Review worker performance and identify training needs.
• Perform other miscellaneous jobs as requested by management

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as production manager
• Deep knowledge of production management
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
• Outstanding communication ability
• Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
• BSc in either Food Science, Microbiology, Food Technology with 2-3 years experience or in a related field in preferred.

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JOB BRIEF
KIB food processing company the producers of AmaWonda natural spices are looking for a passionate Marketing Officer to plan and oversee the organization’s marketing activities and campaigns. The ideal candidate will ensure that all marketing operations are successful in meeting the goals set by management.

The ideal candidate must have great enthusiasm for all things marketing and great knowledge of relevant techniques and principles. The ideal candidate will also be an excellent communicator and will have experience in managing different marketing ventures.

The goal is to ensure that the marketing efforts of the company add the highest value to its business.

JOB DESCRIPTION
As the Marketing Officer you will be responsible for running the day-to-day implementation and improvement of the marketing strategies of the company. You will need to:

• Contribute in the implementation of marketing strategies
• Support the marketing manager in overseeing the department’s operations
• Organize and attend marketing activities or events to raise brand awareness
• Plan advertising and promotional campaigns for products or services on a variety of media (social, print etc.)
• Liaise with stakeholders and vendors to promote success of activities and enhance the company’s presence
• See all ventures through to completion and evaluate their success using various metrics
• Prepare content for the publication of marketing material and oversee distribution
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities for promotion and growth
• Collaborate with managers in preparing budgets and monitoring expenses
• Perform other miscellaneous jobs as requested by management

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as marketing officer or similar role
• Solid knowledge of marketing techniques and principles
• Good understanding of market research techniques, statistical and data analysis methods
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and marketing software (e.g. CRM)
• Thorough understanding of social media and web analytics
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Creativity and commercial awareness
• A team player with a customer-oriented approach
• BSc/BA in marketing, business administration with 2-3 years in marketing not sales or  in a related field in preferred.