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  • Posted: May 14, 2026
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    Inkomoko’s vision is an Africa with thriving communities where young people and refugees are engaged, communities have access to relevant innovations for self-determination, and where African solutions are unleashed to solve African problems. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has provided business advisory and access to finance for thousands of entrepreneurs ac...
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    Director, Group Finance Policies and Reporting

    About The Opportunity And Responsibilities

    • The Director, Group Finance Policies and Reporting is a senior leadership role within Inkomoko's finance team. This position leads the development, harmonization, and enforcement of finance policies across all countries of operation and oversees strategic, cross-functional financial initiatives that support organizational growth, compliance, and sustainability.
    • This role serves as a strategic partner to the CFO, working closely with internal stakeholders, donors, and regulatory bodies to ensure financial excellence and alignment with Inkomoko's mission.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Finance Process Design & Optimization
    • Lead the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of standardized finance processes (e.g., procure-to-pay, budgeting, reporting, internal controls)
    • Promote automation and digitalization in finance workflows across countries
    • Ensure efficiency, scalability, and data integrity of financial operations through strong systems and processes
    • Lead the GL ownership matrix and optimisation of the Chart of Accounts for Group financial reporting purposes.
    • Finance Policy Development & Governance
    • Lead the development, harmonization, and implementation of Inkomoko's finance policies across countries and departments
    • Ensure finance policies are compliant with international standards, local regulations, and donor requirements
    • Ensure finance policies are well-communicated, understood, and consistently applied across all offices
    • Establish a robust finance policy governance structure, including version control, training, communication, and periodic reviews
    • Group Financial Consolidation and reporting
    • Lead the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidated IFRS financial statements
    • Develop and maintain consolidation processes, tools, and policies, ensuring alignment with IFRS and donor-specific reporting standards
    • Ensure elimination of intercompany balances and transactions during consolidation
    • Design and implement a group chart of accounts and reporting structures aligned with Inkomoko's operations and strategic goals
    • Provide regular consolidated financial reports for executive leadership and board oversight
    • Support financial planning and analysis with group-level insights and trend analysis
    • Coordinate with the FP&A and treasury teams for group-level cash flow and forecast planning
    • Strategic Financial Projects
    • Lead or support major cross-functional initiatives such as the ERP implementation, financial systems upgrades and shared services models
    • Design and lead high-impact, time-bound financial projects including country expansion, investment readiness, and capital planning
    • Oversee integration of financial systems across country offices to ensure consistency, efficiency, and data accuracy
    • Collaborate with Executive Leadership on cross-cutting initiatives such as cost recovery frameworks, shared service models, or new revenue streams
    • Internal Controls, Risk Management, & Compliance
    • Ensure all group consolidation activities comply with internal controls and external regulatory requirements
    • Monitor accounting developments and propose process updates as needed
    • Lead on consolidation policies for new entities or country operations
    • Conduct finance risk assessments and recommend internal controls to safeguard Inkomoko's assets
    • Work closely with internal audit, legal, and external consultants to ensure compliance with financial policies and donor regulations
    • Oversee country-level policy adaptation and support teams in implementing risk mitigation strategies
    • Lead the annual group audit process in collaboration with external auditors
    • Coordinate with country finance teams to ensure local audits align with group audit timelines and requirements
    • Provide consolidated data for grant, donor, and statutory reporting
    • Stakeholder Engagement & Organizational Alignment
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to country finance leads and program managers on financial policies and strategic initiatives
    • Lead training and workshops to enhance financial policy literacy across the organization
    • Prepare and present financial policy updates and project reports to the Board, donors, and other key stakeholders
    • Promote alignment between finance policies and operational realities through ongoing engagement with People and Culture, Operations and Program teams
    • Drive process improvements and innovation in financial operations, including automation and digitalization of financial workflows
    • Monitor external trends and best practices in financial governance and adapt learnings for Inkomoko's context
    • Team Leadership and Collaboration
    • Build and manage a high-performing consolidation and group reporting team
    • Mentor and coach finance staff across the group to build capacity in consolidation best practices
    • Partner with the IT team to ensure effective use of financial systems (ERP, consolidation tools)
    • Align the finance team's work and culture with Inkomoko's values and talent framework, emphasizing learning, inclusion, and impact

    Requirements Qualifications and Experience

    • Advanced degree (MBA, MSc Finance) or CPA/ACCA designation required
    • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance, policy development, or financial strategy within a multinational Africa-focused
    • External Audit experience would be an added advantage
    • Deep understanding of donor compliance, financial governance, and multi-country regulatory environments
    • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects across geographies
    • Strong systems thinking, with experience implementing or improving ERP systems
    • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
    • Strong commitment to inclusion, impact, and mission-driven work

    COMPETENCIES We are looking for someone who;

    • Thinks and Plans Strategically - Identifies opportunities using future-focused thinking (5+ years ahead); creates a strategic path to operationalize work plans
    • Coaches - Facilitates skill development by asking the right questions and providing motivational feedback; enables others and builds their confidence and self-esteem to solve problems independently
    • Manages Complexity - Making sense of information to effectively solve problems
    • Leadership - Operates with commitment to values and culture, while supporting the growth and development of others.

    Benefits WHAT YOU'LL GET

    This role is a tremendous opportunity to work in a high-growth, mission-driven organization. Our compensation includes a great working environment and competitive compensation:

    • Competitive salary, and potential performance-based bonus
    • Benefits including health insurance, annual leave, staff savings program, parental leave for men and women, sabbatical program, and more
    • Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth, and opportunities for career growth;
    • Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals across the region;
    • Ability to make a significant social impact and contribute to economic growth;

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