Head of Finance at Tatu City — Ruiru, Kenya

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About The Role

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
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.