Finance Manager

Position Title: Finance Manager

Employment Nature: Full-time

Industry Sector: Medical Manufacturing

Remuneration: Kshs. 250,000 – 400,000

Location: Westlands, Nairobi

Role Purpose

We are seeking a high-caliber Finance Manager to steer the financial direction of a prominent medical manufacturing organization. In this capacity, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, providing the data-driven insights necessary to fuel business growth and operational excellence. You will be tasked with overseeing complex financial structures, ensuring total compliance with international reporting standards, and safeguarding institutional assets through rigorous internal controls. This role is ideal for a visionary finance professional who excels at building high-performing teams and optimizing cash flow within a sophisticated industrial environment.

Functional Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Performance Analysis

• Formulate and execute comprehensive financial strategies that align with long-term organizational goals.

• Direct the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, providing accurate long-term financial projections.

• Analyze key business drivers and financial variances to recommend strategies for enhanced operational efficiency.

• Advise the Board and senior management on fiscal performance, investment opportunities, and strategic maneuvers.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Oversee the preparation of all financial statements and management reports in strict accordance with IFRS.

• Ensure 100% adherence to Kenyan tax regulations and all relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks.

• Design and monitor robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.

• Lead internal and external audit processes, proactively implementing recommendations to mitigate financial risk.

Treasury & Operational Oversight

• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to ensure optimal working capital levels.

• Oversee all treasury operations and maintain strong, productive relationships with banking partners.

• Supervise the cost accounting function, ensuring deep visibility into manufacturing cost structures and margins.

• Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Professional Requirements

Education & Academic Background

• Undergraduate: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• Postgraduate: Master’s Degree in a Business-related field (MBA Finance preferred).

• Professional: CPA (K) or ACCA (fully qualified).

Experience & Expertise

• Tenure: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in financial management.

• Sector Knowledge: Substantial experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is highly preferred.

• Technical Mastery: In-depth knowledge of IFRS, Kenyan tax laws, and manufacturing-specific financial controls.

Critical Leadership Skills

• Strategic Acumen: The ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business strategy.

• Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards with meticulous attention to detail in all financial disclosures.

• Team Leadership: Proven capacity to manage, mentor, and build capacity within a finance department.

Value Proposition

• Executive Compensation: A competitive gross salary ranging from Kshs. 250,000 to 400,000.

• Industry Impact: Lead the finance function for a vital sector within the medical manufacturing landscape.

• Strategic Influence: Play a central role in the decision-making processes of a growing organization.

If you have the strategic depth and industrial experience to excel in this senior leadership role, please submit your CV for the "Finance Manager - Westlands" position. Ensure your experience with manufacturing cost structures and IFRS reporting is clearly evidenced. Submit your application today to be considered for this high-impact opportunity.