Position Summary
We
are seeking a highly analytical, commercially minded, and proactive Finance Officer to join our
growing hair manufacturing company. This role goes beyond traditional finance
operations and requires a professional capable of driving financial discipline,
supporting revenue growth, strengthening internal controls, and providing
strategic financial oversight.
The
ideal candidate will play a critical role in financial management, client
receivables follow-up, logistics oversight, reconciliations, statutory
compliance, audit coordination, and performance reporting, while partnering
with leadership. This role is ideal for a results-driven finance professional
eager to take ownership of financial processes in a dynamic manufacturing
environment.
Key Responsibilities;
Financial
Management & Reporting
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to
support strategic decision-making.
- Maintain oversight of the general ledger and financial records,
ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Conduct bank reconciliations, supplier reconciliations, and balance
sheet reconciliations regularly.
- Support budget preparation, financial forecasting, and variance
analysis to guide business planning.
- Provide financial insights and performance analysis to management to
support profitability and operational efficiency.
Accounts
Receivable & Cash Flow Management
- Oversee accounts receivable management, ensuring timely invoicing
and collection of payments from clients.
- Proactively follow up on outstanding customer balances and maintain
an updated accounts receivable aging report.
- Work closely with the sales and operations teams to strengthen
credit controls and optimize revenue collection.
- Support management in implementing initiatives that enhance revenue
growth and improve cash flow stability.
Logistics
& Operational Oversight
- Provide financial oversight for procurement, logistics, and
inventory-related transactions.
- Monitor logistics costs and ensure cost-effective transportation and
supply chain processes.
- Work closely with operations teams to ensure accurate costing and
financial recording of production and logistics activities.
- Support initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and
cost management.
Statutory
Compliance & Tax Administration
- Ensure timely preparation and remittance of statutory obligations,
including PAYE,
- NSSF, SHIF/NHIF, VAT, and other regulatory payments.
- Maintain accurate records to ensure full compliance with tax
regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory
bodies when necessary.
Audit
& Internal Controls
- Support internal and external audit processes by preparing
reconciliations, financial schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Strengthen internal financial controls and compliance procedures
across departments.
- Identify financial risks and recommend control improvements and
process enhancements.
Strategic
Business Support
- Provide financial analysis to support business growth initiatives
and operational investments.
- Collaborate with leadership to identify cost optimization and
efficiency improvement opportunities.
- Support strategic initiatives aimed at expanding revenue streams and
improving overall business performance.
Systems
& Process Improvement
- Review financial and operational processes to identify opportunities
for efficiency and automation.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping, financial documentation, and
reporting systems.
- Support implementation or improvement of financial management
systems and reporting tools.
Qualifications &
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration,
or related field.
- CPA (K) / ACCA certification – Part III or fully qualified
preferred.
- Minimum 4–6 years of progressive experience in finance, preferably
in
- manufacturing, FMCG, or production environments.
- Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, reconciliations,
statutory
- compliance, and cash flow management.
- Experience working with ERP systems or accounting software is highly
desirable.
Key Competencies
- Strong financial analysis and reporting capability
- Excellent cash flow and receivables management skills
- High level of attention to detail and financial accuracy
- Strong commercial and business acumen
- Ability to collaborate across departments
- Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing
environment
How to Apply
Qualified
and interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to
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