Who we areOpen Capital aims to transform Africa by advancing African economies and building future generations of business leaders. We are advisors to the most innovative businesses, investors, and donors to drive growth on the continent, structure and invest capital, and enable inclusive, market-based solutions.We’re proud of what we’ve built – since we founded Open Capital in 2010, we have... completed 1,700+ engagements across 35 countries in Africa. Our clients have transformed local industries in agribusiness, energy access, financial services, healthcare, and water & sanitation, among others. We have closed >$1.7 billion in capital raises in Africa and are now leading design for a new generation of market-building mechanisms, including new investment vehicles, market accelerators, and more.Today, our team is a diverse, global mix of 170+ talented individuals from 15+ nationalities and we are proud to have strong gender representation across levels from Analyst to Partner. We are a top employer that seeks excellence in everything we do; we have built a platform to drive change through African markets and are seeking exceptional team members to join us in Nairobi, Kampala, Accra, Abidjan, Dakar, Lagos, and Lusaka.Why join usWe are a diverse, highly-motivated team with a dual mission: advance African economies & build generations of business leaders. Our culture enables us to deliver exceptional client outcomes and support each other as we grow into global leaders. We enjoy solving big, tough challenges and working with great people to do it!The roleThis is a full-time role which reports to our Accounting Team. The key roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to;Cash and Bank Management- Weekly reviewing and reporting on cash balances and short-term cash needs
- Preparing bank reconciliations and preparation of audit ready documentation
- Reviewing of petty cash reports including disbursement, replenishment, and reconciliation

Monthly and Quarterly Closing- Posting of customer, supplier and payroll journals
- Completeness checks with the AR-, AP- and expense- process owners
- Identification of and reporting on unreconciled balances
- Quarterly review of prepayment- and accrual- balances
- Quarterly posting of depreciation and update of asset trackers
- Quarterly completion of closing checklist for sign-off by Group CFO

Statutory Submissions- Monthly preparation of VAT, WHT and WH-VAT returns in multiple countries
- Monthly reconciliation against financial accounts for approval by the Accounting Team Lead
- Submission of returns and preparation of payments

Supplier and Staff Payments- Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments in accordance with agreed terms
- Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions and reconcile supplier statements
- Handle staff reimbursements and advances, ensuring adherence to company policies

Your skills and experience- 1-2 years of proven experience in an accounting capacity
- Bachelor of Commerce degree with Accounting option or other business-related course from a recognized institution
- CPA (completed at least up to intermediate level) or equivalent ACCA qualification will be an added advantage
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets
- Experience in working with accounting systems. Specific experience with QuickBooks Online will be an added advantage.
- Interest and ability to investigate and identify the root cause of issues such as unreconciled balances or account inconsistencies
- Fluent English language skills, both spoken and written
- Fluency in French will be a highly significant advantage
- Interest and ability to present information in a clear and compelling way
- Desire to work hard and continuously improve
- Experience in the preparation of VAT and other statutory returns will be considered an advantage

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The Role
In this role the analyst support OCA projects and our clients in 3-6 month rotating embedded placements. Through the 3-6 months placements you will quickly build diverse experience, working with senior-level clients and senior management within our team and offering unprecedented opportunities for personal and professional growth. Analysts will start with a rigorous training program to... build strategic and financial skills, combining hands-on coaching and real-world experience in order to prepare you to assume responsibility as you grow in your role. Training is an integral part of this multi-year commitment and is funded by the company as part of this full-time position.
We are looking for exceptional, ambitious, innovative graduates who are looking for growth and learning and making an impact through their work. You should be able to begin work full time in Oct 2023;
Key responsibilities

Analysing new business opportunities.
Creating and managing new systems and overseeing client budgeting.
Performing market research, developing financial models, and creating presentations for clients.
Developing insightful analysis and problem-solving through analytical and organizational tasks.

Academic Qualifications/ Skills and Experience

Minimum of a second-class degree from an accredited university;
Graduating year – 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 or 2023
Proficient skills in MS Office; specifically excel and word;
Attention to detail and desire to learn;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, and analytical abilities;
Ability to multi-task and get things done;
Ability to work effectively in a team;
Strong academic performance in any discipline and a clear understanding of business;
Desire to learn and grow while being exposed to new industries and business issues;
Fluency in English is required;
Kenyan national or possess valid work authorization;
Enjoy solving challenging strategic and financial questions;

What we offer
An exciting opportunity to work with a great diverse team driven towards a great vision and Impact work. Continuous learning and development.

Exposure to diverse clients across Sub Saharan Africa
Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
Unlimited space to grow and be innovative.
Growth of professional network
Exposure to a variety of sectors during projects/assignments more

The Role:
The Talent manager will support our Head of People, in driving our African firm-wide talent & culture strategy, people management, and team development initiatives as well as fostering a healthy, inclusive workplace and equal work environment that enables us to achieve our business objectives and mission.
Role And Responsibilities

Participate in developing the people talent strategy... for the Firm,
You will work collaboratively with the people team across the region as well as other business support teams and the consulting teams in driving the strategic initiatives of the Firm,
Be a trusted HR Advisor to the Leaders and staff members across the Firm on people related matters,
Advise on suitable HR best practice and policies to support implementation of the people strategies,
Working with the team facilitate consistent and well-coordinated talent acquisition efforts to identify potential talent and talent development initiatives,
Participate actively in generating innovating ways to improve the work, procedures/workflow within the people function and Firmwide,
Establish and maintain best practice in employee relations,
Cultivate close working relationships with the staff members to understand their motivational needs and maintain high employee engagement. This includes facilitating formal and informal feedback mechanisms,
Prepare and analyze people management reports used for decision making by the business,
Participate in Special Projects within people function and represent the Head of People where required, and
Coach the other people team members.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Education, Social or Business Studies
A professional qualification in Human Resource Management,
MBA in Human Resources/Organizational Development/Social Studies/Business Studies will be an added advantage,
6+ Years’ experience in human resource management with at least 2-3 in a management / supervisory position,
Generalist HR skills,
Ability to motivate and coach team members,
Counseling and Mentoring Skills: Ability to empathize, listen and enable staff solve own problems, and guide and lead others by example,
Personal and Professional Ethics: Must operate and practice within the professional code of conduct, be honest, with self and colleagues,
Interpersonal Skills: Must be a people’s person, good with people but firm and fair with ability to manage people with diverse personalities,
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills both written & verbal presentations,
Goal driven and Results Oriented: Enjoys being measured, and being judged by performance results and
Multicultural Skills: Must be able to operate and interact in a multicultural environment and uphold cultural diversity. more

Roles And Responsibilities.

Analysing new business opportunities.
Creating and managing new systems and overseeing client budgeting.
Performing market research, developing financial models, and creating presentations for clients.
Developing insightful analysis and problem-solving through analytical and organizational tasks.

You will join us at an exciting time – we are seeking to achieve... broad, ambitious growth goals, and can now leverage a strong international brand in the impact investing and frontier market space. As we look to deepen our reach in the broader African market, there will continue to be many opportunities to engage across Sub Saharan Africa. The right candidate should be excited and genuinely motivated by the challenging strategic and financial questions we answer for our clients.
Academic Qualifications/ Skills And Experience

Minimum of a second-class degree from an accredited university;
Graduating year – 2019, 2020, 2021 or 2022
Proficient skills in MS Office; specifically excel and word;
Attention to detail and desire to learn;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, and analytical abilities;
Ability to multi-task and get things done;
Ability to work effectively in a team;
Strong academic performance in any discipline and a clear understanding of business;
Desire to learn and grow while being exposed to new industries and business issues;
Fluency in English is required;
Kenyan national or possess valid work authorization;
Enjoy solving challenging strategic and financial questions;

What We Offer

An exciting opportunity to work with a great diverse team driven towards a great vision and Impact work.
Continuous learning and development.
Exposure to diverse clients across Sub Saharan Africa
Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
Unlimited space to grow and be innovative.
Growth of professional network
Exposure to a variety of sectors during projects/assignments more