Finance Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

The Finance Manager will lead the company’s financial planning, analysis and reporting functions, ensuring accurate forecasts and strategic insight for senior leadership. This full‑time position is based on Mombasa Road in Nairobi’s Westlands district.

Key responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis to support business decisions.
• Develop financial models for strategic initiatives and capital budgeting.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, conduct feasibility studies and monitor returns.
• Oversee cost accounting, product costing and drive cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Manage inventory, receivables, payables and cash to optimise working capital.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports in line with accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and internal policies; coordinate audits.
• Advise directors and senior management on financial performance and profitability.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA (K) or ACCA (finalist or fully qualified).
• Minimum 8 years of finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in financial management, cost accounting and budgeting.
• High integrity, attention to detail and strong leadership abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Financial systems proficiency
• Cost accounting
• Financial modeling