Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Jobs in Kenya

Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Jobs in Kenya


  • Our client in Real Estate is looking for a Chief Finance Officer (CFO).

  • The right candidate has at least 10 years’ experience in Accounting and Finance.

  • He/she has managed a finance department in a busy organization with complex trading structures and diverse portfolios or income streams.

  • The position reports to the CEO and is based in Nairobi.

    Duties and Responsibilities

  • Strategically lead and manage all financial activities in the organization

  • Guide and coordinate Budgets and forecasting

  • Oversee financial reporting with detailed analysis of financial statements and variances from budgets

  • Ensure financial compliance through adherence to GAAP regulations, statutory and especially tax laws

  • Guide costing and monitor profit margins

  • Provide proactive and sound guidance regarding management of assets, investments, and financial trends

  • Maximize cash flow consistent with sound credit and collection policies

  • Responsible for risk management throughout the organisation

  • Manage a small team of accountants

  • Create and maintain strong relationships with bankers and negotiate lines of credit as well as other financial services

  • Guide and oversee payroll processing

  • Involved in the overall Office Administration

    Person’s Specifications

  • Must have a Bachelor of Commerce Degree with a CPA (K) or equivalent

  • Must
    have at least 10 years working experience with 5 years in management

  • Requires strong financial management and investment knowledge and skills

  • Must have excellent team management skills

  • Should demonstrate very strong communication skills. Able to explain complex financial data in simple, relatable language

  • Expected to have very strong interpersonal skills

  • Able to demonstrate report writing and analytical skills

  • Must have keen attention to detail

  • Should be able to manage their work with speed and accuracy

  • Strong and creative problem-solving abilities

  • Must have very high level of integrity

  • Must be reliable and dependable

    How to Apply

  • If interested, please send your CV to Fanisi HR Solutions at fanisi@fanisi.net by the end of day Friday 23rd October 2020.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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