FINANCE MANAGER

JOB TITLE: FINANCE MANAGER

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY:MANUFACTURING (FMCG)

SALARY:KSHS. 180,000

JOB LOCATION: NAIROBI (INDUSTRIAL AREA)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy &  Planning

• Develop and implement long-term and short-term financial strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
• Analyze financial trends, market conditions, and competitor performance to guide strategic decision-making.
• Recommend investment opportunities, cost optimization strategies, and revenue enhancement initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Conduct variance analysis between budgets, forecasts, and actual results, providing actionable recommendations.
• Present financial insights to management to aid strategic decisions, including pricing, cost control, and capital expenditure.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational goals.
• Monitor departmental budgets, track expenditures, and provide financial guidance to functional heads.
• Develop rolling forecasts and scenario analyses to anticipate business risks and opportunities.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash flow and manage working capital efficiently.
• Ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs while optimizing returns on surplus funds.
• Manage banking relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and oversee company investments.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Design, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify financial and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards (IFRS & local GAAP).

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate annual audits and ensure timely submission of all statutory returns (taxes, regulatory filings).
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain transparent, organized, and audit-ready financial records.

Cost Management & Profitability Analysis

• Analyze production, operational, and distribution costs to identify savings opportunities.
• Implement cost control measures without compromising quality or operational efficiency.
• Evaluate profitability by product line, customer segment, and sales channel.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor team KPIs, and conduct performance appraisals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with operations, sales, procurement, and production teams to provide financial guidance.
• Support pricing decisions, capital expenditure requests, and business expansion initiatives.
• Act as a strategic business partner to senior management in decision-making processes.

System & Process Improvement

• Identify gaps in financial processes and implement efficient solutions.
• Lead the implementation of financial systems, automation tools, and reporting dashboards.
• Ensure finance operations are scalable to support business growth.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
• CPAK or ACCA qualification is mandatory
• Minimum 5 years of finance management experience in the FMCG sector, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting standards, and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence decision- making