Finance Manager

Academic Qualifications & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, or a related field; CPA(K), ACCA, (or equivalent) required; Master's Degree (MBA or Finance-related field) will be an added advantage.
  
• 7–10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including 5+ years in finance management or senior leadership. Experience in renewable energy, PAYGo financing, fintech, telecoms, FMCG, or microfinance is a plus, along with a track record in budgeting, forecasting, audit, treasury, and managing multi-functional teams.
  

Personal Attributes

• Strong grounding in IFRS, Kenyan tax regulations, FP&A, treasury, internal controls, and audit/compliance management.
  
• Advanced Excel and ERP systems experience (NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics, Oracle, or similar).
  
• High integrity, strong leadership, and excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
  

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and manage month-end/year-end close, ensuring compliance with IFRS and company policy.
  
• Partner with department heads on pricing, profitability, and operational efficiency; deliver financial insights that support investment and expansion decisions.
  

Budgeting, Forecasting & Treasury

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting; build financial models to support strategic decisions and investigate variances.
  
• Manage liquidity, working capital, and rolling cash flow forecasts; oversee banking relationships and payment processes.
  

Accounting Operations & Internal Controls

• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll accounting, and the general ledger, ensuring accurate records and balance sheet reconciliations.
  
• Establish strong internal controls and segregation of duties; supervise the finance team and identify/mitigate financial and operational risks.
  

Tax, Statutory Compliance & Audit

• Ensure timely filing and payment of all statutory obligations (VAT, PAYE, corporate income tax, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy, WHT, and others), acting as primary liaison with the Kenya Revenue Authority.
  
• Coordinate external and internal audits, prepare supporting documentation, and implement audit recommendations.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, building a culture of accuracy and accountability, including performance reviews and succession planning.