General Manager, Finance

Positions Reporting to Job Title:

Manager, Financial Accounting
Manager, Management Accounting
Manager, Treasury and Investment
Manager, Insurance

Overall Responsibility:
Prudent management of financial resources to achieve set corporate goals and objectives.
 
Objectives:

Effective cost control
Effective utilization of resources
Timely availability and reliability of financial information
Improved financial productivity ratios

 
Key Tasks:

Formulating and implementing sound financial strategies, policies, procedures, and systems.
Driving the financial planning of the Company by analyzing its performance and risks
Providing adequate financial resources for business operations.
Advising on investment opportunities that will yield maximum returns.
Managing of the Company’s liquidity, working capital and mitigating on operational and financial risks
Supporting the Board of Directors in strategic stewardship and governance roles
Proactively ensuring that business decisions are grounded on sound financial advice and insights
Compiling and reporting on Company’s statutory financial reports.
Ensuring compliance with financial and accounting standards and regulations.
Coordinating external Audit activities.
Reviewing financial services performance and make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness
Liaising with government and other stakeholders on finance matters.
Implementing technological innovations for financial management practices.
Implementing effective controls for prudent use of financial resources.
Conducting appraisals on all projects to ensure positive returns on investments.
Ensuring the Company interests are adequately covered through insurance and hedging instruments to minimize exposure to losses.
Ensuring compliance of the Company policies, regulations, standards and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
Coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.
Preparation of budgets in a timely manner, and detailed variance analysis to be performed on a regular basis.
Responsible for managing and monitoring risk and implementation of mitigation strategies.

Requirements

A minimum period of fifteen (15) years in relevant work experience and at least five (5) years in Senior Management role.
Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution.
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Commerce or any related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (K) or equivalent qualification by a recognized body.
Member, Institute of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing.
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the constitution
Certification in Corporate Governance and /or Leadership from a recognised institution

Key Competencies

Understanding of Company business and financial processes
Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
High levels of Integrity and Ethics
Drive for results and achievement
Analytical and strategic thinker
Creativity and innovation
Commitment to Company Vision and Value

Benefits
Competitive package

Apply via :

apply.workable.com

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