Finance Officer at Mirema School

Responsibilities

• Budget Preparation and Consolidation – Prepare and consolidate departmental budgets into the master budget. Ensure budget estimates align with organizational goals.
• Budget Monitoring and Variance Analysis – Monitor budget performance and identify variances. Recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Financial Reporting – Prepare timely and accurate financial reports. Support management decision-making through financial analysis.
• Cost and Expense Management – Track departmental expenses and analyze spending trends. Recommend cost control measures to improve efficiency.
• Budget Implementation and Control – Support implementation of approved budgets across departments. Ensure compliance with financial policies and spending limits.
• Cash Flow Forecasting and Management – Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor financial obligations. Ensure adequate funds are available for operations.
• Procurement and Costing Support – Collaborate with procurement teams on pricing and costing. Ensure accurate cost estimates for budgeting purposes.
• Internal Controls and Fraud Prevention – Implement internal controls to safeguard company resources. Support compliance and fraud prevention initiatives.
• Financial Performance Analysis – Analyze financial performance and key financial ratios. Support strategic planning through financial insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce or Accounting.
• CPA-K/ ACCA or equivalent certification.
• 5 years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Strong command of QuickBooks, Sage or similar systems.
• Valid certificate of good conduct.