Senior Finance Manager
Highest degree :
Masters
Field of study :
Finance
Location :
Kenya
Citizenships :
Kenyan
Experience :
17 Year(s)
Countries :
Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Namibia
Gender :
Male
Sectors :
Dynamic and results-oriented Senior Finance Manager with over 17 years of experience driving financial performance and strategic decision-making across companies in for-profit and non-profit industries. Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, donor/stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Adept at implementing financial systems, improving controls, and guiding cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. Trusted advisor to executive leadership with a track record of delivering value through data-driven insights and compliance excellence.
Experience
Senior Finance Manager
Nairobi-Kenya
iHUB Limited
December 2024
-Present
• Collaborate with the CFO to evaluate organizational performance against the annual budget and long-term strategic goals. • Provide actionable recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. • Analyse market trends and operational data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue growth. • Lead the preparation of operational and capital budgets based on past, current, and forecasted financial data and conduct variance analysis and cash flow assessments, recommending modifications as necessary. • Maintain financial records for each project in a manner that facilitates management reports. • Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of individual projects. • Oversee the preparation of internal and external financial reports, including those required by government and regulatory bodies. • Implement and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures. • Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. • Manage the acquisition of capital assets and ensures that they are properly recorded. • Ensure timely submission of all required reports, including tax filings, and cost reports. • Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including withholding payments, Income Tax, VAT, Employee Benefits (Pension and Health Benefits). • Coordinate external audits to maintain transparency and compliance. • Work with management to monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized through effective controls and checks. • Evaluate accounting processes for quality control and improve methods to streamline workflows and ensure timely collections.
Finance Manger
Nairobi-Kenya
iHUB Limited
December 2022
-December 2024
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. • Develop and manage budgets, forecasting future financial performance and identifying areas for cost reduction. • Implement financial controls and procedures to enhance financial integrity and reduce risk. • Developed financial systems infrastructure for the organization and the startups under the acceleration and incubation programmes. • Lead a team of 5 finance professionals, providing training, support, and performance evaluations. • Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategic financial plans. • Prepare and present detailed financial reports to stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and insights.
Finance Associate
Nairobi-Kenya
iHub Limited
May 2021
-December 2022
• Assisted in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, analysing variances and providing recommendations for improvement. • Conducted detailed financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning. • Conducted monthly statutory filing to ensure regulatory compliance. • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of annual audits. • Prepared and managed the company payroll. • Monitored cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs and investment opportunities.
Finance, Accounting and Grants Management Trainer
Nairobi, Kenya
Devimpact Institute
October 2018
-April 2021
• Trained on financial management, grants management, computerized accounting packages (Quick books, Sage and Pastel) for NGOs and commercial enterprises. • Assisted client companies in preparation of business proposals, budgets, cash flows and financial statements. • Reviewed and advised clients on their financial management processes, internal controls, company processes and procedures, statutory compliance and taxation.
Chief Accountant
Nyeri, Kenya
Caritas Nyeri
April 2017
-September 2018
• Oversaw preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. • Developed and managed budgets, forecasting future financial performance and identifying areas for cost reduction. • Implemented financial controls and procedures to enhance financial integrity and reduce risk. • Developed financial systems infrastructure for the organization and the startups under the acceleration and incubation programmes. • Lead a team of 7 finance professionals, providing training, support, and performance evaluations. • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute strategic financial plans. • Prepared and presented detailed financial reports to stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and insights. • Prepared and managed the company payroll. • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of annual audits. • Conducted monthly statutory filing to ensure regulatory compliance. • Reviewed and oversaw implementation of internal controls, company policies and procedures. • Monitored cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs and investment opportunities.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance
Nairobi, Kenya
University of Nairobi
August 2005
-December 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Nairobi, Kenya
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
August 1999
-October 2003
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Awards & Certificates
Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)
Nairobi, Kenya
Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Board (KASNEB)
2020
Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)
Languages
Skills
Experience with financing agencies
Business Administration
IASs (International Accounting Standards), IFRSs (International Financial Reporting Standards), and IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards)