Finance and Administration Manager

Our client is a full-service integrated marketing communications agency based in Nairobi. They specialize in crafting cohesive brand narratives across various touchpoints, including strategy, PR, digital marketing, events, advertising, and content production. They are seeking to hire a strategic and commercially driven Finance & Administration Manager to lead financial performance, governance, and operational efficiency across its group entities.

This is a senior leadership role for a professional who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and is passionate about building scalable systems that drive profitability and growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across group entities

2. Drive profitability through margin monitoring, pricing optimization, and financial controls

3. Strengthen cash flow management, receivables, and commercial discipline

4. Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, audit, and governance requirements

5. Oversee procurement, vendor management, and operational efficiency initiatives

6. Implement integrated financial systems, automation, and scalable processes

7. Provide strategic financial insights to leadership and support expansion initiatives

8. Build and lead a high-performing finance and administration team

Required Specifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

2. CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification required

3. Proven experience in financial management, reporting, budgeting, and compliance

4. Strong understanding of agency economics, project margins, and profitability management

5. Experience leading finance and administration functions in a fast-paced environment

6. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and analytical skills

7. Experience with financial systems, automation tools, and process optimization

8. High attention to detail with strong governance and risk management capabilities

How to Apply 

If qualified and interested, please send your CV to careers@fanisi.net by  Friday 8th June 2026 indicating ‘Finance and Admin Manager’ in the subject line. Interviews are on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.