ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY

SALARY: KSHS.25,000-30,000

JOB LOCATION: MOMBASA ROAD

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee general ledger integrity and ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments before posting.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Support external audits and coordinate responses to audit queries.

Income Audit Oversight

• Supervise and review daily income audit reports.
• Ensure proper reconciliation of revenues across all operational departments.
• Verify accuracy of revenue postings in the accounting system.
• Monitor cash handling procedures and investigate discrepancies.
• Strengthen controls around revenue recognition and reporting.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor departmental budgets and analyze variances.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
• Support cost control initiatives and expense optimization strategies.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain and improve internal control systems.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, etc.).
• Prepare and review statutory filings within required timelines.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and fraud prevention measures.
• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and procedures.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Monitor daily cash flow positions.
• Review bank reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Manage supplier payments and ensure proper documentation.
• Support working capital optimization initiatives.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise finance team members including income audit personnel.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff.
• Collaborate with operational departments to ensure financial accuracy.
• Act as Finance Manager in their absence when required.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification (mandatory).
• Minimum 6 years of progressive finance experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in income audit.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and ERP platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity and attention to detail.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.