# Head of Finance

**Company:** [Tatu City](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/qcR7dmBMkzBx92LjgJfYWJ.md)
**Location:** Tatu City, Kenya
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Finance Department

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## Description

-   Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other required reports.
-   Manage finance team for all projects in Kenya.
-   Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
-   Develop and implement strategies to monitor, measure, and mitigate liquidity risk exposure across the organization
-   Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during annual audits and regulatory examinations.
-   Assist department heads and senior management in developing annual budgets.
-   Monitor budget performance, analyse variances, and provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
-   Prepare regular forecasts to support business planning and decision-making processes.
-   Identify trends, risks, and opportunities based on financial data and provide insights to senior management.
-   Manage cash flow and liquidity by monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimising cash resources.
-   Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
-   Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.
-   Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of cash flow reports each month.
-   Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.
-   Ensure deadlines for the monthly close process are met.
-   Perform tasks as assigned by the Country Head and CFO, subject to evolving business needs.
-   Recruit, train, and develop accounting staff to ensure high performance and professional growth.
-   Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
-   Promote transparency and accountability in financial reporting by accurately, clearly, and promptly communicating financial information.
-   Ensure procurement is conducted in line with the company's Governance Handbook.
-   Review financial transactions in line with the company’s policies
-   Identify weekly payments for CFO and Country Head review in line with the company’s payment processes

## Requirements

-   Bachelors degree in finance or a related field
-   A masters degree is preferred
-   At least 10 years of experience with a minimum of five years' experience in a Senior position.
-   CPA or ACCA required.