Finance Manager at Reeds Africa Consult

Our client a well-established electro mechanical contractor and supplier in Kenya is looking to hire a Finance Manager.

Job Profile

To plan, direct and control financial resources of the company. This includes preparing the budget; conducting financial analysis and preparing financial reports; coordinating external audit; developing and implementing an effective system of accounting; managing the payroll system; and effective administrative services in line with Company strategic business plan.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial advice and guidance to the company
• Participate in strategic and financial planning
• Research, prepare and submit the annual budget
• Prepare detailed reports on financial matters
• Attend meetings and make presentations to Board
• Manage accounting and financial systems and maintain full and accurate accounting records in compliance with financial legislation, policies and procedures
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed financial reports and statements
• Provide financial and accounting advice, direction and leadership
• Approve the Chart of Accounts and maintain commitment controls
• Implement internal controls and procedures including monitoring payment authority practices, cash controls
• Monitor department spending and recommend corrective actions as necessary
• Manage investments and reserves
• Coordinate external audit
• Coordinate ICT development and implementation
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business Management with professional qualifications in Finance or Accounting
• CPA (K) or ACCA is a must
• Should be a member ICPAK
• 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance with 3 in senior management position
• At least 5 years’ experience in a commercial engineering finance industry
• Well-developed accounting, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Should possess Computer skills including the ability to operate and manage computerized financial and payroll information systems, spreadsheet and word processing programs, and email at a highly proficient level