Keith Kerr

Keith Kerr

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  • About me

    IT Manager (CSB Group) // Managing Director (First Link Limited)

  • Education

    • De La Salle

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    • ISACA

      2011 - 2012
      CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor
    • Institute of Financial Services Practitioners Malta in collaboration with the Malta Financial

      2005 - 2005
      Introductory Certificate in Trust Law & Administration

      This course was extremely vast and the purpose was to inform the participants on the history, sources and theoretical underpinnings of the subject so as to ensure that when the technical issues are being dealt with, basic assumptions can be made. The second part of the course focused more on understanding how the general principles of the subject are catered for and applied under Maltese Law. On 3rd June 2006, successful course participants where given the opportunity to attend a related… Show more This course was extremely vast and the purpose was to inform the participants on the history, sources and theoretical underpinnings of the subject so as to ensure that when the technical issues are being dealt with, basic assumptions can be made. The second part of the course focused more on understanding how the general principles of the subject are catered for and applied under Maltese Law. On 3rd June 2006, successful course participants where given the opportunity to attend a related seminar in relation to “The International Aspects of Trust and Companies” which is also being recognised by the “Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners”. Show less

    • Maastricht School of Management – Malta Institute of Management

      1998 - 2003
      General Management
  • Experience

    • First Link Limited

      Feb 2001 - now
      Managing Director

      Importation of office furniture and other office products, booking of advertising campaigns with local press, importation of other ad hoc products, sub agent for marine equipment

    • Blevins Franks International Limited

      Sept 2001 - Nov 2007
      Financial Controller

      Responsibilities within the company were various, from the preparation of monthly salaries, bank reconciliations, monthly reporting to the mother company in the UK, preparation of monthly management accounts for “Blevins Franks Trustees”, controlling and monitoring creditor invoices and payments, preparation of value added tax returns and various other daily accounting functions.When the need arose, assisted in particular areas of office administration and worked closely with the trust manager on human resources and daily office issues. Due to my knowledge and experience within the information technology area, also assist the information technology manager and used to take over the IT functions during his absence.Projects undertaken within the company were various and also used to oversee particular projects and ensure that everything is coordinated efficiently.During my employment with “Blevins Franks International Limited” I was given the opportunity to travel to the UK and attend a training course on an accounting package that at the time was being implemented within a subsidiary company being set up. Show less

    • CSB Group

      Nov 2007 - now

      CSB Group, established in 1987, offers its clients a spectrum of specialised business and commercial services that guarantee a complete turnkey solution to clients wishing to set-up or relocate their business to Malta. CSB Group provides a personalised, efficient, professional and confidential service to its clientele.Heading the IT infrastructure of the organisation primarily entails ensuring that the infrastructure is kept in line with the business objectives of the Group. It involves planning and coordinating with other IT professionals, in order to implement the necessary technology which will assist in meeting the business objectives both effectively and reliably. Show less CSB Group, established in 1987, offers its clients a spectrum of specialised business and commercial services that guarantee a complete turnkey solution to clients wishing to set-up or relocate their business to Malta. CSB Group provides a personalised, efficient, professional and confidential service to its clientele.My main focus within the Group has been advising and assisting gaming operators wanting to set up or relocate their current operations to Malta. Dealing with the process over a number of years has helped to be well accustomed with the legal requirements and formalities required to pursue such a remote gaming licence application with the Lotteries & Gaming Authority and also benefit from close ties with the same authority.Other areas of focus include providing guidance with regards to; incorporating companies in Malta, bank account opening, accounting and VAT registrations, employment procedures, credit/debit card applications and establishing merchant accounts for eBusinesses. Show less

      • Head - IT & New Projects

        Nov 2007 - now
      • Accounts & Corporate Services Executive

        Nov 2007 - now
  • Licenses & Certifications