Finance Manager - Nairobi at Yellow Pages Kenya

About Our Client

• YPPeople is recruiting on behalf of our client, Yellow Pages Kenya. YPPeople is a leading HR and manpower outsourcing agency with a strong presence in Kenya, Cape Verde, and Mozambique, delivering tailored solutions for telcos, construction, utilities, and retail, supported by a dynamic, multicultural team.
• Yellow Pages Kenya is a Yellow Pages book publisher and digital agency with a presence in Angola, Kenya, Cape Verde, Tanzania, Sao Tome e Principe, and Mozambique. As they continue their expansion, they are seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen finance operations and support ambitious growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage group accounting and financial reporting across Kenya, Cape Verde, and Mozambique
• Supervise a team of 4 finance professionals located in each country of operation
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and serve as the primary liaison with Revenue Authorities in each country
• Manage audit processes and coordinate with internal and external auditors
• Oversee payroll accounting, statutory payments, and financial controls
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting
• Prepare timely and accurate management reports for the COO and leadership team
• Utilize and optimize ERP/accounting systems (experience with Primavera BSS or similar is a plus)

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification is mandatory
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree is an advantage
• 5+ years’ experience in a finance management role, ideally with exposure to group accounting and multinational operations
• Experience in the HR, outsourcing, or agency sector is a strong plus
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and work across cultures
• Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan statutory requirements; experience with other African markets is an advantage
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills