Head of Finance

About the role

Afia Concept Claims Settling Agency (ACS) is hiring a Head of Finance for a full-time, on-site position in Nairobi. As part of the senior leadership team, the role provides strategic financial leadership, covering accounting, budgeting, payroll, taxation, procurement controls, audit processes and financial reporting, within the insurance claims management and healthcare administration sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the financial strategy, guide the CEO and Board, lead feasibility studies and monitor financial performance
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting, manage month-end and year-end closing, and prepare management accounts and IFRS-compliant financial statements
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, liquidity and banking relationships
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and timely filing of PAYE, NSSF, VAT, corporate tax and withholding tax
• Strengthen internal controls, safeguard assets, identify financial risks and coordinate internal and external audits
• Oversee payroll, statutory deductions and employee benefits, and review procurement and expenditure controls

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or Economics; Master's degree or MBA preferred
• Professional qualification in at least one of CPA-K, ACCA or CIMA; CIA, CFE or CFA is an added advantage
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership or finance management role
• Experience in insurance, claims management, healthcare administration or financial services
• Experience managing annual budgets above KES 100 million is an added advantage