3 Finance Systems jobs in Kenya
Senior Financial Controller - Remote Accounting Systems Expert
70100 Abothuguchi West
KES160000 Annually
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Our client, a prominent international conglomerate with diverse business interests, is seeking an astute and experienced Senior Financial Controller to oversee their financial operations. This role, based in our **Mombasa** office, is crucial for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all accounting functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the accounting department, developing financial strategies, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and accounting standards. Your duties will encompass financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit management. You will play a pivotal role in analyzing financial performance, providing insights to senior management, and driving financial discipline across the organization. We are looking for an individual with extensive experience in financial management, a deep understanding of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), and a strong command of accounting software and ERP systems. The ability to lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, coupled with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and strategic direction of a large, dynamic organization. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding leadership qualities, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. You will be instrumental in implementing best practices, optimizing financial processes, and ensuring robust internal controls to mitigate risks. Your strategic financial guidance will be key to supporting sustainable growth and profitability. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial stewardship, and this role is central to upholding those values. This demanding position offers the chance to lead a critical function within a globally recognized enterprise.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
- Develop and manage the annual budget and financial forecasts.
- Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Coordinate and manage external audits.
- Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and financial regulations.
- Lead and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Implement and optimize accounting software and ERP systems.
- Manage cash flow and treasury functions.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, with at least 3 years in a controller or similar senior role.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS and Kenyan accounting regulations.
- Proven experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience in managing and developing accounting teams.
- High level of integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
- Experience in conglomerate or large-scale corporate environments is preferred.
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Senior Financial Systems Analyst
60200 Meru , Eastern
KES150000 Monthly
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Systems Analyst to join their finance department on a fully remote basis. This critical role will be responsible for optimizing and maintaining the company's financial systems, ensuring data integrity, and supporting financial reporting and analysis. You will work closely with finance, IT, and business units to implement system enhancements, troubleshoot issues, and develop best practices for financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, ERP systems, and data analysis, coupled with excellent problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Analyze, design, develop, and implement financial system solutions (e.g., ERP modules, accounting software) to meet business requirements.
- Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and upgrade of financial systems, ensuring seamless integration with other business applications.
- Develop and maintain financial system documentation, including process flows, user guides, and training materials.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Troubleshoot and resolve financial system issues, providing timely and effective support to end-users.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and manage system implementation projects.
- Develop and execute test plans for system enhancements and new module implementations.
- Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls.
- Create financial reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making by management.
- Evaluate new financial technologies and make recommendations for adoption.
- Provide training and ongoing support to finance and accounting staff on system usage and best practices.
- Assist with financial audits by providing necessary system data and explanations.
- Continuously seek ways to improve system efficiency and user experience.
- Participate in the budgeting process for financial systems and related projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or financial systems management.
- Proven expertise with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and accounting software.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools, including Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, macros) and SQL.
- Experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a significant advantage.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage complex system implementations.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
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Senior Financial Systems Accountant - Remote
30100 Tuwan
KES400000 Annually
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Our client, a leading international corporation, is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Systems Accountant to join their fully remote finance department. This role is essential for managing and optimizing the company's financial systems, ensuring data integrity, and supporting strategic financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of the company's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and other financial software.
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial data within all systems, implementing robust internal controls.
- Lead the integration of various financial applications and data sources, ensuring seamless data flow.
- Develop and execute financial system testing procedures, including user acceptance testing (UAT), for upgrades, patches, and new implementations.
- Provide expert support and training to finance and accounting teams on financial system usage and best practices.
- Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring system-related tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
- Generate complex financial reports, dashboards, and analyses from financial systems to support management decision-making.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.
- Collaborate with IT departments and external vendors to resolve system issues and implement solutions.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and internal policies within financial systems.
- Participate in financial audits, providing system-related documentation and explanations.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with a strong focus on financial systems management and ERP implementation/administration.
- In-depth knowledge of at least one major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and related financial modules.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
- Proven ability to manage financial system projects, including testing and deployment.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis, report generation, and database management.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, crucial for remote collaboration.
- Experience with SQL or other database querying languages is a significant advantage.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
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