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ABOUT INKOMOKO
Inkomoko supports entrepreneurs to grow their businesses in order to improve livelihoods, create jobs, and help communities thrive.
In 2025, Inkomoko was listed by the Financial Times as the 8th fastest-growing company in Africa, supporting entrepreneurs across East and Central Africa to grow thriving businesses and build inclusive, resilient economies.
Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has worked with more than 100,000 entrepreneurs, including thousands of refugee entrepreneurs. Inkomoko provides a combination of training, consulting, access to finance, and market-level systems change. We are the largest investor to refugee entrepreneurs in Africa.
Inkomoko has 750+ staff in 40 offices across Chad, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan. Through Inkomoko's 2030 strategic plan, we are adding 3 additional countries to serve more than 550,000 entrepreneurs and growing our $30M loan fund to impact 7M lives.
INKOMOKO VALUES
All staff at Inkomoko are connected to a shared set of organizational values:
- Purpose: be solutions-oriented, produce high-quality work, and be a global leader.
- Achievement: push yourself to reach beyond what you previously thought possible.
- Improvement: be humble, engage in continuous growth through open & accurate feedback
- Bravery: willing to take risks, create a safe space for others, be compassionate, and inclusive.
- We Eat Goat: we celebrate success and support each other in hard times. We do this work together in the spirit of turikumwe, tuko pamoja, abren nen, Kula na sawa, On est ensemble.
Inkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Head of Budgeting plays a critical role in shaping Inkomoko's financial decision-making and ensuring the organization achieves its mission sustainably. This role is responsible for leading the annual budgeting process, rolling forecasts, financial reporting, and business analysis.
As Inkomoko scales, the Head of Budgeting will serve as a strategic partner across departments and country teams, providing data-driven insights to drive growth, efficiency, and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Budget Development and Planning
Lead the annual and multi-year budgeting process across country and field operations.
- Coordinate inputs from programs, finance, and leadership teams to ensure strategic and operational alignment.
- Develop tools, templates, and budget guidelines for efficient budgeting.
- Support scenario planning and multi-currency budgeting models for donor and internal planning.
- Develop rolling forecasts to reflect changing conditions, program performance, and funding shifts.
- Partner with department and country leaders to align financial plans with strategic goals.
- Collaborate with Treasury & Grants and Development teams on proposal budgets and donor financial reports.
2. Budget Monitoring and Forecasting
- Prepare monthly and quarterly budget performance reports for leadership and budget holders.
- Lead periodic re-forecasting processes in collaboration with FP&A and country finance teams.
- Identify budget variances, trends, and risks and provide actionable recommendations.
- Collaborate with FP&A team to support quarterly re-forecasting and annual planning processes.
- Work closely with budget owners to understand financial variances and improve cost management.
- Provide scenario modeling and strategic financial insights to support decision-making.
3. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports with variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Analyze program and country-level financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Create dashboards, charts, and visualizations for senior leadership to support decision-making.
- Track key metrics for revenue, cost recovery and unit economics across field locations, departments and countries.
4. Strategic Planning & Business Partnering
- Build and maintain long-range financial models for growth, scenario planning, and capital deployment.
- Support fundraising and investment planning with financial models and projections.
- Evaluate new initiatives or expansions from a financial viability standpoint.
- Serve as a finance liaison to key teams, helping budget owners understand and manage their resources.
- Provide tailored support and training to improve financial ownership across the organization.
- Collaborate with the Grants, Programs, and Operations teams to align financial planning with donor expectations and program goals.
5. Systems, Policies, and Continuous Improvement
- Improve budgeting tools and integration with financial systems.
- Contribute to the design and enforcement of budget policies and controls.
- Support audit and compliance processes related to budgeting and planning.
- Improve and automate FP&A tools, templates, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Support the implementation of financial systems (e.g., ERP, budgeting platforms).
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy across reporting tools.
6. Team Leadership and Culture
- Manage and mentor a team of Senior Management Accountants across countries through coaching and performance management.
- Align the team's work and culture with Inkomoko's values and talent framework, emphasizing learning, inclusion, and impact.
- Foster a collaborative, data-driven, and service-oriented culture within the budgeting team.
- Build capacity of finance and non-finance staff in budget literacy and ownership.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA, CFA, or CPA is a plus.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in budgeting, financial planning and analysis, including multi-country operations.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and modeling.
- Strong Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, financial models) and ERP/reporting systems skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is an asset.
- Experience in social enterprises, NGOs, or donor-funded organizations preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – able to present financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to Inkomoko's mission.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing, and multicultural environment.
COMPETENCIES
We are looking for someone who;
- Adapts Approach to Situations - Adjusts the team's approach to meet the shifting demands of impact; able to quickly adapt to suit the context and drive to positive outcomes for their department.
- Enhances Competitive Advantage - Creates new and better ways to drive organizational success, with a future-focused mindset (at least 2 years ahead), through innovation and leveraging external relationships and opportunities.
- Uses his/her Technical expertise to coach and guide staff to meet and exceed expectations.
- Synthesizes Data - Leverages key information, data, and insights to enhance both client and team member experiences.
What We Offer
This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you'll access:
- Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
- Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
- Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion
- Ability to make a significant social impact to your community
- Health insurance for self and family
- Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees
- Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.
TO APPLY
If you're excited about this role, please submit your application through the jobs portal.
Tell us about what you'll bring to this growing company.
Inkomoko is committed to justice, diversity, equity and inclusion. As we seek to reflect the communities we serve, refugees and women are strongly encouraged to apply. As a company we have policies that ensure fair treatment in the application process.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment is conditional upon successful background checks and other verification as needed.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and background screening checks. Inkomoko also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual misconduct, fraud, or abuse. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Senior Financial Analyst - Budgeting & Forecasting
Posted 9 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and management of the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Prepare rolling financial forecasts, analyzing variances between actual results and budget/forecast.
- Develop complex financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis of business performance, identifying key drivers, trends, and potential risks and opportunities.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Provide financial guidance and support to various business units and department managers.
- Continuously improve financial planning and analysis processes, tools, and methodologies.
- Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, reporting on performance and recommending corrective actions.
- Stay abreast of economic conditions, industry trends, and accounting standards that may impact financial performance.
- Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required.
This role offers a significant opportunity to impact financial strategy and performance within a forward-thinking organization. The successful candidate will be highly analytical, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills to effectively present financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences. The remote nature of this job requires a proactive approach to collaboration and communication, leveraging technology to maintain strong working relationships and ensure seamless execution of duties.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling software.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a strong asset.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data clearly.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and thrive in a remote work environment.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
- Experience in (specific industry, e.g., technology, manufacturing) is advantageous.
Remote Senior Financial Analyst - Budgeting & Forecasting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities for the company.
- Develop detailed financial models to support strategic planning, investment decisions, and scenario analysis.
- Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances and drivers.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with department heads to gather financial data, understand business needs, and ensure accurate financial projections.
- Implement and refine financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Conduct profitability analysis, cost analysis, and ROI calculations for various business initiatives.
- Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights to guide operational improvements and cost management.
- Stay informed about industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact financial performance.
- Develop and mentor junior financial analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data used for reporting and analysis.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. CPA or CMA designation is a strong plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or FP&A. Experience in a remote work setting is highly valued.
- Expertise in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills.
- Proficiency with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) and ERP systems.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proactive and results-oriented with a strong business acumen.
Senior Financial Analyst, Management Accounting
Posted 3 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Conduct variance analysis, identifying key drivers and providing explanations for deviations from plan.
- Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business performance.
- Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and understand business operations.
- Assist in the implementation and improvement of financial systems and processes.
- Provide financial support and analysis for new business opportunities and projects.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the development of financial dashboards and reporting tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis and management accounting.
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
- Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
- Experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to make a significant impact on our client's financial strategy and operational efficiency. Your remote contributions will be vital for financial planning and analysis, supporting key decisions for business units that may operate in regions like Nanyuki, Laikipia, KE , ensuring sound financial management and robust reporting.
Director of Financial Risk Management
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement robust financial risk management strategies, policies, and procedures across the organization.
- Oversee the identification, assessment, measurement, and mitigation of financial risks, including market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable banking regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., Basel Accords, local regulatory mandates).
- Lead and mentor a team of risk management professionals, fostering a culture of risk awareness and accountability within a remote setting.
- Design and manage stress testing and scenario analysis programs to evaluate the institution's resilience.
- Develop and maintain risk models, methodologies, and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
- Present risk reports and strategic recommendations to senior management and the Board of Directors.
- Collaborate with business units to integrate risk management principles into strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
- Stay current with industry best practices, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
- Manage relationships with external auditors and regulators on risk-related matters.
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the banking or financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks governing financial institutions.
- Proven expertise in quantitative risk modeling, financial analytics, and risk assessment techniques.
- Excellent knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and trading strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively in a remote work environment.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
- Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or PRM are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in risk management software and data analytics tools.
Head of Financial Risk Management
Posted 8 days ago
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Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Risk Management
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and implement quantitative models for risk measurement, pricing, and hedging across different financial instruments.
- Perform complex statistical analysis and data mining on large datasets to identify risk drivers and trends.
- Validate model assumptions, performance, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and maintain documentation for all quantitative models and methodologies.
- Collaborate with front-office traders, risk managers, and IT professionals to understand business needs and translate them into quantitative solutions.
- Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging quantitative techniques.
- Contribute to the enhancement of risk management frameworks and systems.
- Present complex findings and recommendations to senior management in a clear and concise manner.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the team's technical development.
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Economics.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative finance, risk management, or a related area within the banking or financial services industry.
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, C++, or MATLAB.
- Proficiency in statistical modeling, econometrics, and time-series analysis.
- Deep understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Experience with regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel Accords) is a plus.
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Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Risk Management
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and implement quantitative models for financial risk assessment.
- Perform complex data analysis, statistical modeling, and econometrics.
- Assess credit, market, operational, and liquidity risks using quantitative methods.
- Price financial derivatives and value complex financial instruments.
- Conduct backtesting and stress testing of risk models.
- Collaborate with business units to integrate models into workflows.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management and regulators.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in quantitative finance and risk management techniques.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting standards.
- Contribute to the firm's quantitative research and development efforts.
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline (Finance, Economics, Math, Physics, Computer Science).
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in quantitative finance, risk management, or asset management.
- Expertise in statistical modeling, time series analysis, and econometrics.
- Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, C++, or MATLAB.
- Strong knowledge of financial markets, derivatives, and portfolio theory.
- Experience with risk management frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Superior communication and presentation abilities for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote, collaborative environment.
- FRM, CFA, or other relevant financial certifications are highly desirable.
Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Risk Management
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and implement quantitative models for financial risk assessment (market, credit, operational).
- Perform complex statistical and econometric analysis of financial data.
- Design and execute stress testing and scenario analysis for risk management.
- Collaborate with business units to define risk management requirements and solutions.
- Ensure model accuracy, robustness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Build and maintain sophisticated risk measurement tools and dashboards.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in quantitative finance and risk management.
- Communicate complex quantitative findings to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.
- Contribute to the enhancement of the firm's risk management framework.
- Mentor junior quantitative analysts.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed models and methodologies.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, or risk management.
- Proven expertise in developing and validating financial risk models.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and derivatives.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or Java.
- Experience with statistical software and database management.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel accords) is essential.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Risk Management
Posted 7 days ago
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