Trade Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya

Trade Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya

Reporting to: Head of Finance/ Senior Trade Finance Officer

Location: Nairobi

Our client who is an Oil Marketing Company licensed to undertake the businesses of Importation, Wholesale & Exportation of Petroleum Products is looking to fill the position of Trade Finance Officer.

Job Purpose

The Trade Finance Officer is responsible for Stakeholder Management at the following levels:

Internal:

Front Office

Middle Office

Legal/ Contracts

Finance Department

External:

Banks

Financial Institutions

Suppliers/ Agents

Clients/ Customers

Auditors

The Trade Finance Officer will be expected to work at the KPL Office in Nairobi where domestic and international business travel may be required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Functional:

Handling of LCs or Bank guarantees for Sales/Purchases including drafting LC wordings and ensuring security received is cashable.

Preparation and dispatch of Invoice and shipping document for presentation under LC in a timely manner.

Analyzing the LC cost for each trade before placing a deal.

Tracking all the LC-related matters.

Recording all the collateral in Aspect.

Recording all the LC-related costs in Aspect.

Daily monitoring TF Report.

Reporting and follow-up unpaid/un-invoiced trades.

Daily Preparation of cash flow for physical trading.

[Qualification, Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

in Finance, Accounting or similar field of study.

Master’s Degree.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of work experience in Banking, Fintech, or Oil and Gas commodity trading company.

Behavioral Traits

Attention and Enjoyment to/in detail.

Quick adaptation to new concepts.

Clear, precise, and concise business communication (written & oral)

Leadership experience in change management.

Innovative problem-solving abilities.

Decision-making and strategic Mindset.

Managing internal and external stakeholders.

Resourceful, strong time management and planning.

Drives Results.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your CV to recruit@flexipersonnel.com at by 1st November 2022 under the Trade Finance Officer] job posting.

All applicants are advised to adhere to application guidelines for consideration.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.

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