{"id":94359,"date":"2026-04-14T14:02:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T14:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/group-head-of-finance\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T14:02:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T14:02:30","slug":"group-head-of-finance","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/group-head-of-finance\/","title":{"rendered":"Group Head of Finance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>To support the Group CFO in managing, directing and implementing financial strategies, financial accounting functions, financial reporting, forecasting, budgetary controls and maintaining the financial health of the business. Oversees the financial operations of the business ensuring financial stability and compliance with accounting standards and regulations, under Reporting, Tax, Procurement and Financial Control.<\/p>\n<p>Job Details<\/p>\n<p>Knowledge<\/p>\n<p>\tAt least 15 years of experience in a finance function within the financial services industry.<br \/>\n\tAt least 5 years in a senior management role.<br \/>\n\tExperience in Group financial reporting environment and consolidations.<br \/>\n\tStrong working knowledge of Finance risks and related internal controls,\u00a0<br \/>\n\tStrong on international Accounting standards.<br \/>\n\tDemonstrated history of solving multiple and complex operational and reporting challenges.<br \/>\n\tRisk Management and Governance.<br \/>\n\tKnowledge on capital management.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Skills<\/p>\n<p>\tExcellent leadership skills in building, developing and managing a high performing team.<br \/>\n\tStrong data analytical skills.<br \/>\n\tExcellent problem-solving skills (i.e. problem definition &amp; structuring, analysis definition, insight generation &amp; recommendation generation) and strong ability to analyse and interpret financial information.<br \/>\n\tExcellent strategic thinking capabilities backed by strong analytical capabilities and ability to think systemically across all operations.<br \/>\n\tExcellent communication skills especially with top management and other stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tExcelled financial planning and analysis \u2013 hands on experience with complex group consolidation.<br \/>\n\tAbility to supervise and manage multiple projects and teams at the same time<br \/>\n\tStrong understanding of accounting standards and technical accounting.<br \/>\n\tPossess excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills<br \/>\n\tResilience, Composure, and the ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.<br \/>\n\tTechnology &amp; System Proficiency &#8211; Proficient in the use of financial management and accounting software.<br \/>\n\tJudgement and decision-making ability under ambiguity.<br \/>\n\tIntegrity and Unquestionable ethics.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tAbility to work in a matrix reporting environment.<\/p>\n<p>Critical Deliverables \/Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelops financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support the organization&#8217;s goals and objectives.<br \/>\n\tEnsures accurate and timely financial reporting, including the preparation of financial statements, management reports, annual reports, Board reports, shareholders reports and regulatory filings<br \/>\n\tManaging the organization&#8217;s balance sheet against KPIs set for the Group.<br \/>\n\tWorking with the Group Treasurer on treasury Management, including cash flow management, achieving optimum of debt levels managing the business\u2019 cash flow, liquidity, and capital structure.<br \/>\n\tBudgeting, and financial risk assessment.<br \/>\n\tMonitoring financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to optimise financial outcomes<br \/>\n\tEstablishing and maintaining strong financial controls and internal processes to safeguard assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards<br \/>\n\tProviding financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making by the executive team and board of directors such as evaluating investment opportunities, assessing the financial impact of business initiatives, and advising on potential risks and opportunities.<br \/>\n\tCollaborating with internal and external stakeholders, such as executives, investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, to address financial concerns, provide accurate financial information, and ensure transparency and accountability.<br \/>\n\tOptimising working capital, overseeing banking relationships and making strategic decisions regarding financing, investments, and risk management.<br \/>\n\tLeading and developing the finance team, providing guidance, mentoring, and fostering a high-performance culture.<\/p>\n<p>Education<\/p>\n<p>\tBachelor\u2019s Degree in Finance and\/or Accounting<br \/>\n\tProfessional qualification \u2013 Chartered accountant ACCA\/CIMA\/CPA\/ACA<br \/>\n\tMaster\u2019s in Business Administration would be an added advantage<\/p>\n<p>Apply Through:<\/p>\n<p>letshego.seamlesshiring.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/letshego.seamlesshiring.com","_company_name":"Letshego Holdings Limited","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.letshego.com\/kenya","_company_tagline":"Letshego Holdings Limited (\u201cLetshego\u201d) was incorporated in 1998, is headquartered in Gaborone and has been publicly listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange since 2002. Today it is one of Botswana\u2019s largest indigenous groups, with a market capitalisation of approximately USD500mn, ... read moreplacing it in the top 50 listed sub-Sahara African companies (ex-South Africa), with an agenda focused on inclusive finance. Through its eleven country presence across Southern, East and West Africa (Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Swaziland, Tanzania and Uganda), its subsidiaries provide simple, appropriate and accessible consumer, microfinance and savings solutions to the financially under-served. Letshego is committed to skills development. 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