Head of Finance

- Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other required reports. - Manage finance team for all projects in Kenya. - Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies. - Develop and implement strategies to monitor, measure, and mitigate liquidity risk exposure across the organization - Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during annual audits and regulatory examinations. - Assist department heads and senior management in developing annual budgets. - Monitor budget performance, analyse variances, and provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed. - Prepare regular forecasts to support business planning and decision-making processes. - Identify trends, risks, and opportunities based on financial data and provide insights to senior management. - Manage cash flow and liquidity by monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimising cash resources. - Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. - Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and mitigate risks. - Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of cash flow reports each month. - Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools. - Ensure deadlines for the monthly close process are met. - Perform tasks as assigned by the Country Head and CFO, subject to evolving business needs. - Recruit, train, and develop accounting staff to ensure high performance and professional growth. - Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. - Promote transparency and accountability in financial reporting by accurately, clearly, and promptly communicating financial information. - Ensure procurement is conducted in line with the company's Governance Handbook. - Review financial transactions in line with the company’s policies - Identify weekly payments for CFO and Country Head review in line with the company’s payment processes Requirements - Bachelors degree in finance or a related field - A masters degree is preferred - At least 10 years of experience with a minimum of five years' experience in a Senior position. - CPA or ACCA required. Benefits