Finance Manager( Education) – Nairobi at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities.

• Lead the preparation of the annual budget and revised forecasts, and produce monthly management accounts with variance analysis and performance commentary.
• Analyse financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Monitor budget performance, investigate variances, and prepare regular and ad hoc financial reports for schools and departments.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of accounting transactions in Sage, ensuring adherence to month-end reporting timelines.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, liquidity requirements, and oversee banking relationships, loan facilities, and investments.
• Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, shareholder and group loans, and support the setup and maintenance of banking users and signatories.
• Act as Sage system super-user, overseeing system administration, chart of accounts, training, and the implementation of new systems and processes.
• Ensure accurate maintenance and reconciliation of the general ledger, balance sheet accounts, fixed asset register, and capital work in progress in line with group policy.
• Prepare half-year and year-end financial statements, coordinate internal and external audits, and ensure full compliance with statutory and tax obligations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies, internal controls, risk mitigation strategies, insurance management, and data protection and information security compliance.

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (K) or ACCA qualification is mandatory.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Strong experience working with or implementing large ERP systems is essential.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and strong working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, generally accepted accounting principles, and sound bookkeeping practices.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately across all levels.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate options and make sound decisions.
• Highly professional, detail-oriented, and well-organised individual