776 Lead Quantitative Analyst Financial Modeling jobs in Kenya

• Design, develop, and implement advanced quantitative models for financial derivatives pricing, risk management, and portfolio optimization.
• Conduct rigorous statistical analysis and back-testing of models to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Develop and maintain robust valuation frameworks for complex financial products.
• Collaborate closely with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to understand their needs and provide data-driven insights.
• Build and maintain automated reporting systems for key financial metrics and model performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to model risk management.
• Research and stay current with the latest advancements in quantitative finance, machine learning, and computational finance.
• Mentor and guide junior quantitative analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Develop and document model methodologies, assumptions, and limitations clearly and comprehensively.
• Present complex analytical findings and model outputs to senior management and other stakeholders in an understandable manner.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the firm's trading strategies and risk management frameworks through quantitative insights.

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a quantitative field such as Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a quantitative role within the financial services industry.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, time series analysis, stochastic calculus, and financial econometrics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python (with libraries like NumPy, SciPy, Pandas), R, or C++.
• Experience with financial modeling software and platforms.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience mentoring junior staff.

• Develop, implement, and maintain sophisticated quantitative models for financial markets.
• Conduct complex statistical analysis and data mining to identify market trends and opportunities.
• Design and validate models for asset pricing, risk management, and portfolio optimization.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to provide data-driven insights.
• Translate complex quantitative findings into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Develop and implement back-testing and performance evaluation methodologies.
• Mentor and guide junior quantitative analysts and researchers.
• Contribute to the firm's research and development of new quantitative strategies.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and robustness of all developed models.
• Stay abreast of advancements in quantitative finance, econometrics, and computational methods.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in quantitative analysis within the financial services industry.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing complex financial models.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, C++, or Java.
• Proficiency with statistical modeling techniques, machine learning algorithms, and econometrics.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Experience with large-scale data processing and database management is a plus.

• Develop, maintain, and improve financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers of variances.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for management review.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather input for budget preparation and financial forecasts.
• Assist in the development of annual operating budgets and strategic financial plans.
• Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators, providing actionable insights.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and modeling to support business initiatives and investment decisions.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used in reporting and analysis.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Streamline financial processes and reporting methods for greater efficiency in a remote setting.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas, macros).
• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a remote work environment.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

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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)