Finance Manager at Jumbo Chem Kenya Limited - Virtual HR

Reporting to the General Manager, the Finance Manager will be responsible for efficiently and effectively coordinating the financial functions of the organization to meet overall company goals.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Monitoring, interpreting, controlling cash flows, predicting future trends and controlling income/expenditure
• Providing financial data to assist in formulating strategic and long-term business plans
• Developing financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risk
• Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
• Managing financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
• Providing regular financial forecasts to management
• Liaising with auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
• Producing accurate financial reports to specific deadlines
• Preparing and management of budget
• Keeping abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation and updating management accordingly
• Undertaking strategic analysis and assisting with strategic planning
• Undertaking research into pricing, competitors and factors affecting performance
• Developing and managing financial systems/models
• Must be 30 – 45 years of age

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field and CPA qualification or its equivalent
• At least 5 years’ experience in the position of finance manager in medium size companies
• An experience in manufacturing environment would be added advantage
• Sound grasp of financial systems and procedures
• Good knowledge of the commercial and business environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High numeracy and sound technical skills
• Should possess problem-solving, analytical skills and initiative abilities
• Attention to detail and investigative in nature