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Finance Manager - Nairobi
Position : Finance Manager - Nairobi
We are looking for a Finance Manager.
Job Summary
The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Mareva Beauty Company, ensuring strong financial performance, compliance, and sustainability. The role supports strategic decision-making through financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on cost control, manufacturing efficiency, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Planning & Strategy
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business growth objectives.
- Provide financial insights to support product pricing, expansion, and investment decisions.
- Advise senior management on cost optimization and revenue enhancement initiatives.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
- Monitor budget performance and conduct variance analysis.
- Align departmental budgets with production and sales targets.
3. Financial Reporting
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
- Ensure timely reporting to management and stakeholders.
- Maintain compliance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements.
4. Cost Control & Manufacturing Finance
- Monitor production costs, inventory valuation, and raw material usage.
- Analyze cost drivers within manufacturing processes and recommend efficiency improvements.
- Support pricing strategies through cost analysis and margin evaluation.
5. Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning.
- Oversee banking relationships, payments, and financial obligations.
- Optimize capital allocation across operations and projects.
6. Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
- Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks.
- Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors and regulators.
7. Team Leadership
- Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
- Establish performance targets and ensure high standards of financial management.
- Drive process improvements and system enhancements within the finance function.
Required profile for job ad : Finance Manager - Nairobi
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional qualification (CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent)
- Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in finance, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS) and tax regulations
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Proficiency in accounting systems and ERP software
- Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Cost management and operational efficiency focus
- High level of integrity and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Reporting Line
Reports to: Managing Director
Work Environment
- Office and manufacturing plant interaction
- Regular collaboration with production, procurement, and sales teams
Performance Indicators
- Budget adherence and cost reduction achievements
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
- Profitability and margin improvements
- Compliance and audit outcomes
- Cash flow efficiency and working capital management
Job criteria for job ad : Finance Manager - Nairobi
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Job category :
Accounting, controlling, finance - Management -
Industries :
Luxury, cosmetics - Employment type : Permanent contract
- Region : Nairobi
- City : Nairobi
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Remote work :
Hybrid - Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
- Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
- Number of Position(s) : 1
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Team management :
Yes
- Compliance
- Cost Management
- Cost Analysis
- Balance Sheet
- Risk Management
- Controlling
- Financial Reports
- Financial Planning
- Cost Control
- Inventory
- Forecasting
- Financial Management
- Strategy
- Financial Analysis
- Governance
- Pricing
- Budgeting
- Finance
- IFRS
- Audit
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