Finance Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Finance Manager

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Responsibilities:

  • Providing and interpreting financial information
  • Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends
  • Analyzing change and advising accordingly
  • Formulating strategic and long-term business plans
  • Researching and reporting on factors influencing business performance;
  • Analyzing competitors and market trends
  • Developing financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risk
  • Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
  • Managing a company's financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
  • Liaising with auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
  • Developing external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. Auditors, solicitors, bankers and statutory organizations
  • Producing accurate financial reports to specific deadlines
  • Managing budgets
  • Arranging new sources of finance for a company's debt facilities
  • Supervising staff
  • Keeping abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Degree in Accounting or Finance. An MBA would be an added advantage
  • 5-7 years in a management level
  • Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and best practice, computer software for accounting, financial statements and their preparation, payroll reporting and systems.
  • Managerial experience, including management of large groups and discrete teams.
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, teambuilding, and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be a skilled communicator, with well-developed verbal, written and presentation ability.
  • Will need to be an accomplished manager of time and stress as well as possessing the ability to delegate effectively.
  • Will also need to be computer proficient, especially in specialized software necessary for the fulfillment of their role.


Application: Email your CV in word and salary requirements to recruitment@odumont.com with “Finance Manager” in the subject line.