Senior Manager, Finance Systems and Business Intelligence at NCBA Group

Job Purpose Statement

• Supporting the Head of Finance and Administration, this role is the chief steward of Digital Business’ financial systems and strategy, collaborating with management functions, vendors, IT Applications and Group Finance in the planning, designing, development, implementation and administration of the group’s financial system strategy to facilitate accurate access of financial information to Executive, Management, Board and other stakeholder such as the regulators for timely decision-making. The role will provide direction, vision and leadership in the development and implementation of strategies for leveraging the use of technology to support financial management activities and operations. The role ensures that IT systems embrace established best practices for financial reporting including data-flow to Business Intelligence infrastructure required for data analysis. The role will manage Enterprise Information Assets from capture to usage, within the individual data management capability areas developing & being an Implementing partner of the Enterprise Data Strategy. The position also promotes commercial excellence in serving the Digital Business by proactively engaging with Business Heads and providing guidance/advice on relevant matters. This role ensures the information systems and solutions within the finance and strategy eco-system meets the changing business requirements of group

Ideal Job Specifications
Academic:

•  Bachelor’s degree in business-related field or IT from a recognized accredited university.
•  Master’s degree or other similar relevant qualification will be an added advantage.

Professional:

•  Professional accounting (CPA-K or ACCA) or IT qualification and relevant accreditations;

Desired work experience:

•  7 years’ post-qualification (accounting) experience in a medium to large corporate organisation.
•  Demonstrated work experience with both Excel and computerized accounting systems;
•  Demonstrated work experience running complete project lifecycle;
•  Strong math, analytical and technical skills; highly organized and customer service oriented;
•  Experienced with financial systems and applications; serves as a resource to those less experienced
•  Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on project and financial management;
•  Outstanding communication skills;
•  Ability to operate with considerable independence and as a member of a team, show good judgment, and take initiative;