Interim Finance Coordinator (6 Months)

About the role

A financial and risk advisory firm covering insurance, reinsurance, actuarial services, technology and investment advisory is looking for an Interim Finance Coordinator for a 6-month assignment in Nairobi. The coordinator supports effective financial operations, reliable reporting, internal controls and coordination across business functions. The role suits a detail-oriented finance professional with strong financial management and analytical skills.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day financial transactions and keep accurate, up-to-date financial records, including account reconciliation and investigation of discrepancies.
• Support periodic financial statements, management reports and budget-versus-actual reports, and monitor cash flow, expenditure and budget utilization.
• Prepare, monitor and review budgets, compile financial data to spot trends and variances, and explain significant variances to management.
• Apply internal financial policies and approval controls, keep audit trails, and support internal and external audits.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external parties on invoices, payments and reconciliations, and track outstanding actions.
• Identify process improvements and meet reporting and transaction deadlines accurately.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in financial coordination, accounting, finance operations or a similar role.
• Practical understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and internal controls.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organizational skills, with integrity, discretion and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with accounting or ERP systems is an advantage.