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Job Summary
To provide specialist advise and support in the preparation, development and analysis of financial data to provide accurate information to inform decisions enhancing stability, growth & profitability, through the execution of predefined objectives.

Job Description
Job purpose
Overall responsibility for the financial management of the Total Bank Cost space and Cost Efficiency. The role includes oversight of past, present and future financial performance of the Total Bank and various Functions, including the strategic objective of aligning to Absa Bank Kenya Plc.

• Senior stakeholder and relationship management is a key driver in-order to deliver financial objectives by leveraging off Finance, Functions, and other infrastructure groups across the organization.
• Identifying cost trends and financial risks with the presentation of these views alongside the financials at the various exco's and steercos.
• Delivering and presenting of accurate financial information in-order to assist in strategic decisions for Management (CFO, Functions, Sourcing, Board, CMC)
• Support all functions in decision-making process by providing insights into their financial performance, identifying potential cost risks and opportunities, and making recommendations and improvements.
• Provide financial planning and analysis, forecasting and monitoring the Total Bank financial performance to assist the CFO in driving the costs strategy.

Key Accountabilities
Strategy and planning

• Undertake key elements of strategic management activity, involving the identification of how value is created, destroyed, and driven in the function from a cost perspective.
• To support the business in its Outlook/Shape//MTP/STP/RAF processes.
• Support in completion, driving and tracking of the bank cost strategy.
• Lead in budgeting process, outlook and actual Numbers updates, and provide commentary to the performance metrics and actions.

Business Performance management

• To develop and report financial and other performance measures (metrics) required by the business e.g., the Monthly Business review Pack, Benefits Management Committee and Board papers.
• To monitor actual performance against target and to analyse variances.
• Support input of the financials to the investor relations packs, support management in investor relations sessions, press release and the results announcement.
• To respond to routine and ad hoc information requests.
• To produce reports that enable the identification options for improved financial performance and cost reduction.
• To support the business – in the production and review of specific technical elements of Management Accounts KPIs, margins review, Cost drivers.

Decision Support

• To provide support and analysis on a range of technical issues in connection with the Financial and Management Accounts e.g., variance/trend analysis (actuals v budget) makeup of specific costs etc.
• Lead in CFO/Finance mission statement updates, provide commentary to the performance metrics and actions.
• Provide analytics and trends to inform decision making/investment decisions

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Maintain and build key relationships across the organization to effectively drive cost strategy and protect value.
• Understand and identify key sustainable requests from stakeholders including adhoc requests.
• Ability to Implement actions without the direct responsibility of resources.
• Negotiate and leverage information off different groups across the organization in-order to meet stakeholder demands.
• Become the "go-to" person for all key senior stakeholders for all Finance matters relating to Costs.
• Liaise with centre to respond on all country costs queries.
• Provide feedback and updates on Cost financial / business matters.
• Communicate the cost related objectives to relevant stakeholders, ensuring alignment to the wider Absa objectives.
• To develop and report Costs financial and other performance measures (metrics) required by the business e.g. the Cost Monthly Business Review Pack, Monthly Efficiency Committee Steerco meeting, Cost CMC inputs, Cost Flash and Board papers, etc.

Team and staff Management

• Take responsibility for personal performance development, training and career development plans and ensure they are relevant and progressed.
• Develop cost health, check and challenge through regular training of cost champions

Qualifications Required.

• Bachelor's degree in finance & related fields
• Accounting Qualifications

Experience Required.

• Progressive experience in finance

Skills Required To Undertake The Role.

• Strong financial analytical and diagnostic skills
• Strong planning skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Excellent understanding of business strategy and competitive activity
• Good understanding of global and domestic economic trends
• Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising accuracy
• Strong team player with good interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to influence senior management across the business.
• Experience in the financial services environment.
• Understanding of the broader economic and regulatory environment which Absa operates in.
• Good PC/systems skills.
• Learning agility
• Application Deadline – 9th October 2025***

Absa Bank Kenya is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Education
Higher Diplomas: Financial Sciences (Required)

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and strategic growth initiatives.
• Develop and present comprehensive business plans and financial models for proposed ventures.
• Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Conduct thorough market analysis, competitive intelligence, and industry trend assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment and execution.
• Build and nurture relationships with key external stakeholders, investors, and partners.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior management on long-term planning.
• Monitor the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and disruptive technologies impacting the industry.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Strategy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or corporate strategy.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and executing strategic growth opportunities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with financial modeling and valuation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and influence stakeholders.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of various industries and their competitive dynamics.

• Define and articulate a compelling product vision and strategy for remote work solutions, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Develop and maintain a detailed product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on market analysis, customer feedback, and business value.
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities in the remote collaboration space.
• Translate customer needs and business requirements into detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and engaging user experiences that empower remote teams.
• Work closely with engineering teams throughout the agile development lifecycle, ensuring timely and high-quality product delivery.
• Define and track key product metrics (KPIs) to measure success and inform future product iterations.
• Engage with stakeholders across the organization, including executive leadership, sales, and customer support, to ensure alignment and gather insights.
• Champion the product internally and externally, acting as a subject matter expert on remote work technologies and strategies.
• Facilitate remote brainstorming sessions, workshops, and user feedback loops to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or relevant Master's degree is a plus.
• 5-8 years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of launching successful software products, preferably in SaaS or collaboration tools.
• Demonstrated experience in defining and executing product strategy, roadmapping, and prioritization.
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across diverse teams in a remote setting.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive intelligence.
• Passion for remote work and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities it presents.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and fully remote work environment.

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental services policies and procedures.
• Oversee daily cleaning and sanitation operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage and train cleaning staff, providing guidance on best practices and proper use of equipment and chemicals.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to assess cleanliness, hygiene, and safety levels.
• Manage budgets for cleaning supplies, equipment, and labor.
• Develop and implement strategies for waste management and recycling.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, national, and international health regulations.
• Source and evaluate cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with facility management and other departments to address cleaning needs.
• Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and excellence within the environmental services team.

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Environmental Science, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental services management, cleaning operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing cleaning and sanitation programs.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemical safety, infection control, and waste management.
• Experience in managing and leading teams.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with environmental services management software and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage operations remotely.
• Experience in the hospitality or healthcare sector is a plus.
• Certification in relevant fields (e.g., C.H.E.S.) is advantageous.