Head of Finance

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other required reports. • Manage finance team for all projects in Kenya. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies. • Develop and implement strategies to monitor, measure, and mitigate liquidity risk exposure across the organization • Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during annual audits and regulatory examinations. • Assist department heads and senior management in developing annual budgets. • Monitor budget performance, analyse variances, and provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed. • Prepare regular forecasts to support business planning and decision-making processes. • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities based on financial data and provide insights to senior management. • Manage cash flow and liquidity by monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimising cash resources. • Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. • Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and mitigate risks. • Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of cash flow reports each month. • Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools. • Ensure deadlines for the monthly close process are met. • Perform tasks as assigned by the Country Head and CFO, subject to evolving business needs. • Recruit, train, and develop accounting staff to ensure high performance and professional growth. • Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. • Promote transparency and accountability in financial reporting by accurately, clearly, and promptly communicating financial information. • Ensure procurement is conducted in line with the company's Governance Handbook. • Review financial transactions in line with the company’s policies • Identify weekly payments for CFO and Country Head review in line with the company’s payment processes