We are a leading Insurance Company, affiliated to Liberty Group, a wealth management company represented in 17 African countries. We use our knowledge and actions to guide our customers on their journey to financial freedom. We believe in responding to the changing consumer and market needs through innovative solutions and technologically efficient processes.
Job Summary
The role holder will be responsible for ensuring harmonisation of group reporting and presentation of financial information that conforms to IFRS and aligns very closely with Liberty Holdings Limited standards and Standard Bank Group. The role holder will work closely with the Finance heads in the operating entities.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Reporting
Review and ensure financial disclosures from various entities are credible for group consolidation
In conjunction with Group IFRS, ensure uniformity of Liberty Kenya Group reporting and disclosures
Take lead in the implementation of new accounting policies and reporting standards
Key Group resource for consolidation through HFM
Support Opcos finance teams with resolving all HFM queries in liaison with LHL Group finance teams
Review the GL mapping to HFM for consistency with LHL Group
Support Opco finance teams in migration from SAP ECC to S4HANA
Coordinate materials from all stakeholders required for group annual integrated report
Use of Workiva as the primary tool for preparing LKH Plc group annual financial statements for local statutory reporting
Pack reporting to Group Finance within deadlines for Liberty Holdings consolidation reporting
Ensure controls are adequate and effective
Liaise with independent auditors and ensure interim and final reviews are properly coordinated
Business strategic reviews including financial modelling, going concern assessments and assessments for capital adequacy
Preparation of Financial results publication “Press releases” for both interim and Full year
Generate financial metrics for use in the integrated report
Ensure intercompany balances are kept always reconciled
Board papers preparation
Responsible for day-to-day LKH Plc financial operations
Administrative
Provide overall leadership and oversight of the administrative function across the operating entities
Ensure the effective planning, monitoring, and utilization of approved administrative budgets
Manage the end-to-end records management and archiving process, ensuring proper storage, retrieval, retention, and disposal of documents in compliance with company policies
Collaborate with the finance teams within the operating entities to ensure effective administration, maintenance, and operational support of branch facilities and resources
Implement and monitor compliance administrative policies, procedures, and controls to enhance operational efficiency and governance
Ensure the availability and optimal utilization of office assets, equipment, and facilities across all operating entities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting (or relevant field)
Professional qualifications (CPA or ACCA)
15 years’ experience in finance, five of which should be in senior management
Experience
5 years’ experience in Executive Management
5 years Reporting experience
Experience in the insurance industry will be an added advantage