Plant Controller at Bamburi Cement Ltd

ABOUT YOU

• You are a results-driven finance professional with strong experience in manufacturing environments and a solid understanding of cost control and performance management.
• You combine analytical rigor with business insight and are able to translate financial data into actionable recommendations. You are confident in challenging assumptions, influencing stakeholders, and driving accountability across teams.
• You thrive in dynamic environments, maintain high attention to detail, and demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote and uphold a strong Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) culture in line with Group standards and ensure compliance with safe work practices.
• Coordinate and drive the plant’s performance management cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Analyze plant performance by reviewing financial and operational reports, explaining variances, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Monitor and strengthen the plant’s internal control environment, ensuring compliance with Group policies, Minimum Control Standards (MCS), and relevant financial reporting frameworks (IAS/IFRS).
• Review and challenge CAPEX proposals to ensure financial viability, strategic alignment, and compliance with Group guidelines, while supporting continuous improvement of CAPEX processes.
• Champion effective working capital management, with a strong focus on inventory control in collaboration with plant teams.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• Professional Qualification: ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment or in a managerial role within an audit firm.
• Systems & Tools: Strong ERP knowledge (SAP S/4HANA is an added advantage) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Power BI knowledge is an added advantage.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and performance management capabilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Ability to influence, challenge, and drive accountability
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to make sound decisions and work independently in complex environments