Financial Controller at Grant Thornton Kenya

Our client in the hospitality industry is seeking a skilled Financial Controller to oversee all financial activities of the organisation to ensure its financial health, operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements. The role will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in financial planning, accounting, reporting and control processes to support the achievement of the company’s goals in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Job Details

• Accounting & Compliance: Ensure accurate financial records, reconciliations, and robust internal controls in full compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships to support operational and strategic financial needs effectively.
• Taxation & Statutory Reporting: Oversee timely, accurate tax planning, filing, and statutory reporting while keeping management informed of regulatory changes.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance, and drive actions to achieve financial targets.
• Management Information & Reporting: Deliver timely, insightful management reports and performance metrics to support informed decision-making.
• Costing & Profitability Analysis: Analyse operational costs to identify efficiencies and recommend strategies to enhance profitability.
• Payroll Administration: Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with statutory and internal policies.
• Procurement Oversight: Oversee procurement processes to ensure value for money, quality, and adherence to company standards.
• Financial Systems & Technology: Optimize financial systems and technology to enhance reporting, controls, and overall finance function efficiency.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Strategy or any other business related fields from a recognised institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial management with at least 5 years in a similar role within a reputable hotel or hospitality group.
• Fully qualified CPA (K) or ACCA.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, taxation, budgeting, costing, and treasury operations.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills, with a track record of leadership in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms.
• High integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.