Company Address: Address 25 Canada Square Canary Wharf London

  • Financial Controller

    Financial Controller

    Responsibilities:

    Spearhead financial strategy and management for a high-growth operation
    Lead the preparation of insightful financial reports and analysis to drive business decisions
    Optimize cash flow and working capital management in a dynamic market environment
    Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards and local tax laws
    Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team
    Partner with senior leadership to drive business growth and operational efficiency
    Manage relationships with key financial stakeholders, including banks and auditors
    Implement and maintain robust internal control systems
    Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems

    Requirements:

    Qualified Chartered Accountant (CPA, ACCA) with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
    Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or MBA preferred
    Minimum 8 years of financial management experience, with 5+ years at a senior level
    Expert knowledge of IFRS and East African tax legislation
    Strong proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills
    Experience with change management and leading high-performing teams
    Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
    Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Financial Controller

    Financial Controller

    Responsibilities:

    Spearhead financial strategy and management for a high-growth operation
    Lead the preparation of insightful financial reports and analysis to drive business decisions
    Optimize cash flow and working capital management in a dynamic market environment
    Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards and local tax laws
    Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team
    Partner with senior leadership to drive business growth and operational efficiency
    Manage relationships with key financial stakeholders, including banks and auditors
    Implement and maintain robust internal control systems
    Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems

    Requirements:

    Qualified Chartered Accountant (CPA, ACCA) with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
    Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or MBA preferred
    Minimum 8 years of financial management experience, with 5+ years at a senior level
    Expert knowledge of IFRS and East African tax legislation
    Strong proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills
    Experience with change management and leading high-performing teams
    Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
    Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Corporate Finance Manager

    Corporate Finance Manager

    Responsibilities

    Craft and execute a visionary financing strategy, aligning with the company’s ambitious objectives.
    Champion corporate fundraising initiatives, securing equity and debt with finesse and strategic insight.
    Innovate capital sourcing, tapping into a diverse pool of venture capital, private equity, banks, and developmental institutions.
    Balance the scales of risk, cost, and liquidity to optimize the company’s financial backbone.
    Engage in high-stakes financial policy development, managing capital structure and risk with a masterful touch.
    Spearhead financial partnerships, crafting compelling proposals and overseeing due diligence to forge strong alliances.
    Ensure seamless compliance and registration, meeting the meticulous standards of financing partnerships.
    Mentor and cultivate a team of financial professionals, leading by example in a fast-paced and analytical environment.

    Qualifications

    An MBA in Finance or Business Administration, or a related field, demonstrating your academic prowess.
    At least 7 years of experience in a top-tier investment banking environment, with a focus on corporate finance or capital markets (DCM or ECM).
    Proven track record of successful capital and debt raising on the African continent.
    Proficiency in financial analysis, strategic thinking, and a detail-oriented mindset.
    Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, with the agility to adapt to changing priorities.
    Strong communication prowess, both orally and in writing, with an impressive presentational skill set.
    Self-motivated and independent, yet collaborative, able to forge robust internal and external relationships.

    Interested to find out more about this opportunity?Kindly send me an updated CV to philip@outsidecapital.co.za

    Apply via :

    philip@outsidecapital.co.za

  • Head of Compensation and Benefits

    Head of Compensation and Benefits

    As the Head of Compensation and Benefits, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing the reward structures and guidelines for our client. You will have the opportunity to shape the compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring a holistic approach that includes non-monetary benefits and employee wellness initiatives. This is a key leadership position within the HR team, where you will collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the overall employee experience.

    Responsibilities:

    Develop and implement compensation and benefits strategies in collaboration with HR Country Leads
    Design and improve short, medium, and long-term incentive schemes for key skills
    Conduct market research to benchmark compensation and benefits practices
    Coordinate with Remco to document findings and prepare benchmarking reports
    Update policies, processes, and guidelines related to compensation and benefits
    Manage annual salary and bonus review cycle, ensuring affordability and alignment with market rates
    Provide guidance on employee salary packages, promotions, and other compensation-related matters
    Collaborate with Country HR Leads on the implementation of reward and benefit programs
    Resolve escalated employee queries related to rewards and benefits
    Build and maintain relationships with third-party vendors and salary survey providers
    Lead the employee wellness program as part of the overall employee value proposition
    Explore non-monetary benefits to enhance the EVP without adding costs
    Lead and develop a team of Compensation and Benefits Analysts

    Requirements:

    BSc in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Finance, or related field
    Professional membership of a remuneration body/association is highly advantageous
    5-7 years of experience in HR compensation and benefits
    Strong knowledge of job evaluation methodology and international labor laws
    Proven expertise in rewards and benefits strategy development and implementation
    Strategic thinking and design thinking skills
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Ability to thrive in a high-ambiguity environment
    Fluency in English is required, conversational French is a plus

    Apply via :

    outsidecapital.co.za

  • CTO (Kenya)

    CTO (Kenya)

    Job description
    An international investment client is in search of a suitably qualified CTO to oversee several technology departments including software development, architecture, IT operations, product management, enterprise solution management, and business intelligence
    Duties will include:

    The setting and steering the company’s Technology Vision and Strategy
    Developing leaders and building a team
    Leading execution on top tech priorities
    Guiding leader-level decision making and change management

    Experience required:

    10+ years of industry experience with 5+ years leading and managing tech teams
    Experience working with mobile technology solutions
    Passion and detail orientation for providing hands-on execution guidance for large teams
    Experience managing agile software engineering teams successfully deploying solutions to support complex business processes
    Demonstrated experience translating complex customer needs into high-quality tech solutions that deliver impact
    Strong verbal and written communication and the ability to articulate complex concepts across varied audiences to build consensus and lead change
    Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
    Results oriented with a strong business judgement and willingness to roll up your sleeves and do what’s necessary to deliver

    Are you ready to live and work in Nairobi, Kenya? This role is based in Kenya and requires permanent stay. Must be a SA citizen
    Compensation is commensurate with experience + health insurance, housing, annual flights and other quality of life benefits + being a part of a constant learning culture