Assistant Finance Manager – Asset Management

About the role

The Assistant Finance Manager will provide financial reporting, oversight and internal controls across Britam Asset Managers and its regional entities, including Kenya, Uganda, SPVs, Unit Trust Funds and Alternative Investments.

Key responsibilities

• Review and oversee financial statements, management accounts, trial balances and supporting schedules for all entities.
• Prepare Board and EXCO reporting packs and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Review Capital Markets Authority regulatory submissions and Risk‑Based Capital Adequacy schedules.
• Oversee reconciliations for bank, intercompany, receivables, payables, investments and tax accounts; review VAT and withholding tax returns.
• Coordinate internal and external audit queries, supervise finance team members and drive process improvements.
• Review and approve journal entries, month‑end adjustments, payroll and payment requisitions.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/Finance) or equivalent; Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Full professional qualification (CPA(K), ACCA or equivalent) with active membership in ICPAK or relevant body.
• Proven accounting/finance experience in investment management, fund management, financial services or insurance.

Required skills

• Fund and investment accounting
• IFRS expertise
• CMA regulatory reporting
• Tax compliance (VAT, withholding tax)
• Risk‑Based Capital Adequacy tracking
• Audit coordination and team supervision