Financial Controller Job in Kenya

Our client, a leading manufacturer, distributor and seller of beverages seeks to recruit a self-driven individual for the position of Group Financial Controller.  

The successful candidate will be responsible for cost management, reporting, budgeting & forecasting, ensuring compliance among other administrative matters.

The Group Financial Controller will be responsible for:

  • Preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and forecasts including support to HODs in budgeting;
  • Implementation of adequate internal controls and best practises in the accounts payables, taxation and payroll function in liaison with the Financial Accountant;
  • Generating Group management accounts and addendum reports on cost of sale, sale expenses, distribution expenses and CAPEX;
  • Working Capital Management, credit control;
  • Supply Chain Accounting , Cost Management and make recommendations on margins, discounts, promotions, offers and retiring of non-profitable SKUs;
  • Coordinating product cost process including calculating, reviewing and analysing machine and labour hours, overhead cost and allocations, product rates, raw material costs and manufacturing process changes;
  • Preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and forecasts including support to HOD’s in budgeting;
  • Carry out detailed operational reviews (deep dives) in plants & monitor the group working capital and treasury management.
Competencies
  • Strong Drive for Results;
  • Financial Acumen;
  • Analytical Skills;
  • Business Acumen;
  • Strategic Leadership;
  • People Development.
Minimum requirements
  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field;
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA K);
  • An MBA will be an added advantage;
  • Five (5)  experience in FMCG or busy commercial environment;
  • Experience in a Group environment will give a distinct advantage.
  • Practical experience of working with an ERP;
  • Hand on experience in manufacturing environment.
How to Apply
 
If you are qualified and up to the challenge apply through www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php
 by 5PM Wednesday 21st October. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.