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Head of Finance at PKF firms
PKF firms
September 09, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Purpose
This position will ensure that the company's financial resources are managed in accordance with sound financial management principles and ensure timely production of financial reports to the stakeholders.
Key duties and responsibilities
Oversee all investment activities including putting in place appropriate strategies that are in line with company policy including risk management guidelines.
Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimise those risks.
Formulate and implement sound financial and accounting policies, procedures and systems which are compliant with acceptable accounting policies and legal requirements
Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources
Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making
Ensure efficient revenue collection, disbursements, accounting and reporting
Establish the necessary systems and procedures to safeguard fixed assets including the maintenance of complete accurate and up to date fixed assets register/records.
Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the company requirements
Provide a system for recording of financial and accounting information foe externally funded projects and control of all externally funded expenditure all finance relationships with external agencies and compliance with standards.
Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Managing Director and Board of Directors
Monitor budgets against expenditure and advise corrective action where necessary
Manage of the provision and recording of financial and accounting information for externally-funded projects and the control of all externally funded expenditure
Provide effective leadership, mentorship, coaching and by example, live the Company's core values and inculcate these among staff under one's management, and provide periodic feedback to direct reports on their performance.
Discuss career development path with direct reports, training needs, annual appraisal and approval of their leave and travel.
Key Performance Measures
Timely provision of financial reports
Implemented financial and accounting policies
Accurately captured and safeguarded fixed assets
Effective financial advisory
Effectiveness and Innovation
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Master's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is an added advantage.
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
ICPAK Membership in good standing.
Training in Financial Management, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Governance, or Risk Management is an added advantage.
At least eight (8) years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury management, or a related field, five (5) of which should have been in a management position.
Working relationships
Suppliers and vendors
Banks and relevant financial institutions
Technical competencies
Financial reporting
Financial management
Analytical skills
Knowledge of Enterprise of Resource Planning system
Computer Literacy (Microsoft products)
Knowledge of relevant financial reporting standards
Budgeting knowledge
Behavioral competencies
Excellent leadership skills
Team building skills
Good communication
Strong interpersonal skills
Good organisational skills
Supervisory skills
Ability to work under pressure
Negotiation skills
Problem Solving skills
This position will ensure that the company's financial resources are managed in accordance with sound financial management principles and ensure timely production of financial reports to the stakeholders.
Key duties and responsibilities
Oversee all investment activities including putting in place appropriate strategies that are in line with company policy including risk management guidelines.
Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimise those risks.
Formulate and implement sound financial and accounting policies, procedures and systems which are compliant with acceptable accounting policies and legal requirements
Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources
Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making
Ensure efficient revenue collection, disbursements, accounting and reporting
Establish the necessary systems and procedures to safeguard fixed assets including the maintenance of complete accurate and up to date fixed assets register/records.
Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the company requirements
Provide a system for recording of financial and accounting information foe externally funded projects and control of all externally funded expenditure all finance relationships with external agencies and compliance with standards.
Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Managing Director and Board of Directors
Monitor budgets against expenditure and advise corrective action where necessary
Manage of the provision and recording of financial and accounting information for externally-funded projects and the control of all externally funded expenditure
Provide effective leadership, mentorship, coaching and by example, live the Company's core values and inculcate these among staff under one's management, and provide periodic feedback to direct reports on their performance.
Discuss career development path with direct reports, training needs, annual appraisal and approval of their leave and travel.
Key Performance Measures
Timely provision of financial reports
Implemented financial and accounting policies
Accurately captured and safeguarded fixed assets
Effective financial advisory
Effectiveness and Innovation
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Master's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is an added advantage.
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
ICPAK Membership in good standing.
Training in Financial Management, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Governance, or Risk Management is an added advantage.
At least eight (8) years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury management, or a related field, five (5) of which should have been in a management position.
Working relationships
Suppliers and vendors
Banks and relevant financial institutions
Technical competencies
Financial reporting
Financial management
Analytical skills
Knowledge of Enterprise of Resource Planning system
Computer Literacy (Microsoft products)
Knowledge of relevant financial reporting standards
Budgeting knowledge
Behavioral competencies
Excellent leadership skills
Team building skills
Good communication
Strong interpersonal skills
Good organisational skills
Supervisory skills
Ability to work under pressure
Negotiation skills
Problem Solving skills