Financial Controller

Job Description: Financial Controller

Job Location - Nairobi (Kenya)

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead our finance team and

ensure the integrity of financial information, compliance with regulatory requirements, and strategic

financial planning. The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing financial reporting,

budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis to support business

decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department, including accounts payable,

accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll functions.

- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to ensure adequate funding for ongoing operations

and strategic initiatives.

- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company

assets and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts for management, board

of directors, and external stakeholders.

- Manage the annual budgeting process and provide financial guidance to department heads to

ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

- Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and cost-benefit analysis to identify areas for

improvement and optimize financial performance.

- Coordinate and oversee external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance to ensure

adherence to legal and statutory requirements.

- Evaluate and recommend financial systems, tools, and technologies to streamline processes,

enhance reporting capabilities, and improve efficiency.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as sales, operations, services, logistics and

IT to support business initiatives and drive continuous improvement.

- Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to finance team

members to foster a culture of excellence and high performance.

Qualifications:

- CA or CA intermediate.

- Should have minimum experience of 5+ Years in Core accounting excluding the Articleship.

- Proven experience (3 -5 years) in a financial management role, preferably in the ICT industry or

related field.

- Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations, including GAAP and IFRS.

- Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis using advanced Excel skills.

- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics) and financial reporting tools

(e.g., Power BI, Qlik, Hyperion).

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate

effectively across departments.

- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.