Finance manager

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Performance

Design and execute a short- and long-term financial turnaround strategy.

Identify inefficiencies, reduce overheads, and restructure where necessary to protect margins.

Analyze monthly performance and propose course corrections to ensure positive cash flow.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

Lead the annual budgeting process and implement rolling forecasts.

Monitor department-level budgets, enforce cost discipline, and analyze variances.

Collaborate with department heads to align budgets with business strategy.

Business Growth & Advisory

Use financial data to recommend new income streams, partnerships, pricing strategies, or investments.

Advise the Directors on financial risks, funding needs, and growth opportunities.

Actively support digital transformation and performance-led decision-making.

Cash Flow Management & Cost Optimization

Monitor daily cash flow and maintain optimal liquidity at all times.

Implement payment cycles, credit control policies, and supplier renegotiations.

Introduce new tools or systems to automate expense tracking and reduce leakages.

Team Leadership & Oversight

Supervise the Chief Accountant and Junior Accountant.

Set monthly targets, guide reconciliations, and oversee internal controls.

Champion continuous improvement and team development within the finance unit.

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure statutory compliance (KRA, NSSF, NHIF, etc.) and timely submission of returns.

Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, board reports, and financial statements.

Liaise with auditors, regulators, and tax advisors when necessary.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Industries:Furniture

Function: Accounting and Finance