Finance and Accounting · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent GroupHead - Finance & Accounting (Manufacturing /FMCG)
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About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer in Nairobi is seeking a Head of Finance & Accounting for a full-time role. This position is ideal for an experienced finance leader with a background in manufacturing or FMCG who can provide strategic and operational leadership in finance functions.
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What you will do
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain integrity of accounting records including general ledger and financial statements.
- Manage the manufacturing costing system and analyse cost variances to support cost reduction.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.
- Develop and maintain management information systems for financial and operational decision support.
- Oversee SAP Finance processes, data governance, and promote automation to improve controls.
- Establish and maintain internal controls, risk management, and compliance with tax and audit requirements.
- Drive working capital management and cash flow forecasting.
- Partner with commercial and operational teams to support financial decision-making and business cases.
- Build and develop a high-performing finance team with clear roles and succession plans.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related field.
- A professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA or an equivalent credential is required.
- A Master's degree or MBA is advantageous.
- Active membership in a relevant professional accounting body is preferred.
- 12 to 15 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting with significant leadership roles.
- At least 5 years in senior finance leadership within a large manufacturing or FMCG company.
- Strong expertise in manufacturing costing, financial reporting, budgeting, controls, working capital, audit, and business partnering.
- Hands-on experience with SAP Finance/Controlling and management information systems.
- Proven ability to lead multifunctional finance teams and work with plant, supply chain, and commercial leaders.
- Technical skills in costing, variance analysis, financial modelling, inventory valuation, internal controls, tax compliance, and advanced data analysis.
- Strong leadership qualities including integrity, commercial acumen, problem-solving, communication, and continuous improvement mindset.
How to apply
Send your application through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.