Interim Finance Project manager - Finance Transformation at Stratostaff

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:         

Program Leadership

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and coordination of the Finance Transformation roadmap within an aggressive 4-month timeline
• Define comprehensive project scope, objectives, key milestones, and measurable success criteria
• Drive accountability across all stakeholders and maintain momentum throughout the transformation process

 Market Analysis & Transition Management

• Collaborate with finance leaders across all seven African markets to map current activities, processes, and tasks
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine which activities should remain decentralized versus those suitable for centralization to Kenya
• Develop detailed transition plans that optimize efficiency while ensuring full compliance with country-level regulations
• Create comprehensive role mapping documentation for project handover

Stakeholder Management & Vendor Coordination

• Translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable project deliverables
• Co-manage delivery initiatives with external vendor project teams and internal finance leadership
• Partner effectively with Change Lead on training programs, communications strategies, and change adoption initiatives
• Manage relationships with senior internal stakeholders and drive alignment across diverse teams

Project Controls & Performance Management

• Maintain rigorous oversight of project risks, budgets, and resource allocation
• Monitor progress against established timelines and proactively escalate issues when necessary
• Provide regular, comprehensive updates and maintain detailed documentation for Finance leadership and key stakeholders
• Implement robust reporting mechanisms to track deliverable completion and quality

Operational Implementation

• Support the establishment and operationalization of the centralized Controllership hub in Kenya
• Oversee the selection and implementation of appropriate tools to support reconciliations, reporting, and oversight functions
• Embed sustainable processes for compliance, governance, and ongoing performance monitoring
• Ensure seamless integration of systems and processes across all markets

 KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Finance Transformation & Program Leadership
• Delivery Discipline & Execution Excellence
• Cross-Border African Market Experience
• Stakeholder Management & Communication Excellence
• Reporting & Decision Making

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional accounting qualification: ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA
• Project management certification: PMP, PRINCE2, PMBOK, or Agile/Scrum certifications
• Minimum experience 10 years: 5+ years in finance transformation or large-scale financial system implementations
• 3+ years in project management roles with P&L accountability
• Proven track record in leading finance transformation and integration projects, preferably in African markets
• Deep understanding of accounting processes, financial controls, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-border programs across multiple African jurisdictions
• Hands-on experience in financial services or high-growth, complex organizational environments