Brites Management is recruiting a Finance & Accounts Manager position for a client. The salary for the role is Ksh 180,000 monthly. Proficiency in financial planning, accounting operations, and statutory compliance is required.
To
provide strategic financial leadership by overseeing financial planning,
accounting operations, reporting, compliance, and internal controls while
delivering financial insights that support business growth, profitability, and
operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Financial
Planning and Reporting
- Prepare and oversee accurate financial statements, management
accounts, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Provide timely financial reports and strategic insights to support
management decision-making.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and recommend
corrective actions to achieve business objectives.
Accounting
and Financial Operations
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, bank
reconciliations, fixed assets, and month-end/year-end closing processes.
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all financial
records and transactions.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support
efficient business operations.
Financial
Controls and Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial controls,
policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, statutory requirements, financial
reporting standards, and regulatory obligations.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and implement
recommendations to strengthen financial governance.
Budgeting
and Cost Management
- Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic financial
forecasting.
- Monitor operating costs and identify opportunities to improve
profitability and cost efficiency.
- Support product costing, pricing analysis, and investment
evaluations to enhance financial performance.
Leadership
and Stakeholder Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to improve performance,
accountability, and professional growth.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with banks, auditors,
regulatory authorities, suppliers, and other financial stakeholders.
- Drive ERP/accounting system improvements and automation initiatives
to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Qualifications &
Experience
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or
a related field.
- Professional qualification such as CPA(K), ACCA, or an equivalent
accounting certification.
- Minimum of 5 to eight 8 years’ progressive experience in finance and
accounting, preferably within FMCG, manufacturing, or a similar industry.
- Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, cost
control, audit coordination, and ERP/accounting systems.
- Strong financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making
skills.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting
standards, and tax regulations.
How to Apply
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV
on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
- Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position
is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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