Jobs at Equity Bank Kenya

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and document Credit management strategies, policies, and procedures that are fit for purpose and aligned to the Equity Afya business strategic objectives.
• Conduct regular credit risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation and issuance of statements of accounts.
• Manage EQA debt portfolio to ensure 95% Account Receivables collection before or on the due dates and according to the associated collection targets.
• Negotiate  favorable payment terms with EQA partners and ensure adherence to the agreed payment plans.
• Work collaboratively with business development and Customer success teams to create deep customer relationships that facilitate timely payments and overall, a harmonious working relationship with Equity Afya clients.
• Learn, understand and internalize the business’s annual cash flow needs from the annual budgets.
• Maintain an accurate Account Receivables -Ageing schedule and provide timely (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) analysis reports, identifying potential risks and risk mitigation actions to ensure that the Account Receivables is always aligned to the company’s contractual commitments.
• Highlight potential bad debts and propose provisions or write-offs.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, statutory regulations, and audit requirements.
• Support both internal and external audits related to accounts receivable. 

Qualifications, skills and attributes

• Be a holder of a business-related bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance or any other related field gained from a recognized institution.
• Possess relevant professional qualification(s) such as CPA or ACCA, or CCP
• Be a member in good standing of a recognized relevant professional body e.g. ICPAK, ACCA, ICM
• Have knowledge and relevant work experience of not less than five (5) years in managing credit and accounts receivable.
• Proven experience in leading a team. 
• Strong knowledge of credit control principles, practices and regulations in Kenya.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate financial information, perform risk assessments and make informed credit decisions.
• Posses strong organizational, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent Customer Relationship Management skills. 
• Self-motivated and ability to deliver on targets. 

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Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate collection of invoices and supporting documents in a central point.
• Carry out verification of claim forms and invoices against scheme rules for complete documentation before dispatch.
• Carry out Invoice approval and batching in the system.
• Carry out physical Dispatch to the Insurance or Corporations.
• Maintain a record of all the invoices dispatched.
• Maintain returned invoices tracker and re-submit all returned invoices.
• Carry out proper back up and filing of claims support documents.
• Communicate to Internal Customer (Staff) on any updates from third party Customers, concerning the Claim Process
• Any other duty assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description.

Qualifications, skills and attributes

• Be a holder of a business-related bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance or any other related field gained from a recognized institution.
• Possess relevant professional qualification(s) such as CPA or ACCA, or CCP
• Be a member in good standing of a recognized relevant professional body e.g. ICPAK, ACCA, ICM
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in receivables or general accounting, experience in a health industry in Kenya will be an added advantage.
• Excellent customer Relationship management skills.
• Self-motivated and ability to deliver targets.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Produce quality work, with accuracy & efficiency.

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• The role ensures that the bank integrates ESG principles into its risk management framework, aligns with regulatory requirements, and enhances sustainability practices. This role involves risk assessment, policy development, and stakeholder engagement to mitigate ESG-related financial and operational risks.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement ESG and climate risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Assess and monitor ESG-related risks, including climate change, environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and governance risks.
• Ensure compliance with local and international ESG regulations, guidelines, and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with risk, compliance, and strategy teams to integrate ESG factors into enterprise risk management.
• Conduct risk assessments on climate change impact, carbon footprint, and sustainability performance.
• Provide advisory support to senior management on ESG risk mitigation strategies.
• Track and report key ESG risk indicators, sustainability performance metrics, and climate-related financial risks.
• Engage with regulators, investors, and stakeholders to promote ESG transparency and reporting.
• Support the development of sustainable finance initiatives, green lending policies, and responsible investment practices.
• Conduct training and awareness sessions on ESG and climate risk management.

Qualifications

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CFA ESG Investing, GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR), or equivalent are preferred.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in ESG risk management, climate risk, or sustainability practices.
• Strong knowledge of ESG regulatory frameworks such as TCFD, GRI, SASB, and IFRS Sustainability Standards.
• Experience in climate risk modeling, carbon risk assessment, and sustainable finance.