Finance Manager, Planning & Budgeting – Nairobi, Kenya – 2025

Finance Manager, Planning & Budgeting – Nairobi, Kenya – 2025

• Position: Finance Manager, Planning & Budgeting
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Type of Job: Full-Time
• Number of Posts: 1
• Job Category: Finance
• Salary: Competitive
• Reporting to: Director, Corporate Services
• Application Deadline: Monday, 24th February 2025

Introduction

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager, Planning & Budgeting to join our dynamic team in Nairobi. This pivotal role offers an opportunity to lead financial planning initiatives, collaborate with senior management, and drive strategic financial decisions within a leading financial institution. The position is based onsite in Nairobi.

About KCB Group Plc

KCB Group Plc is a registered non-operating holding company that oversees KCB Bank Kenya, National Bank of Kenya, and all regional subsidiaries. The Group also owns KCB Bancassurance Intermediary Limited, KCB Investment Bank, KCB Asset Management, KCB Foundation, and other associate companies. With an asset base of KShs 2.0 trillion, KCB boasts the largest branch network in the region, comprising 528 branches, 1,313 ATMs, and 1.2 million bank and Vooma merchants and agents, offering banking services on a 24/7 basis across East Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subsidiary finance functions to prepare and consolidate annual forecasts, budgets, and related key performance indicators.
• Coordinate alignment of subsidiary financial plans and budgets with the approved Group strategic themes.
• Review budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
• Analyze past financial data to identify trends and patterns, correlating them with industry trends to draw recommendations for performance improvement.
• Create agile, integrated financial plans and build scenarios to reflect likely macro-outcomes.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management, tracking performance against budget, with commentary on budget variances.
• Track remedial actions per entity towards meeting budget gaps and run rates.
• Review and provide recommendations to senior management on cost reduction strategies and revenue growth opportunities.
• Prepare regular reports on budget reprioritization and resource allocation based on emerging trends to aid in achieving annual targets.
• Review Group expenditure trends to identify common themes and draw recommendations for improving operational efficiency.
• Analyze, verify, and prepare benefit realization reports for senior management.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

Professional qualifications in financial analysis or a Master’s degree in a business-related field are an added advantage.

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the finance field, including:

1. Financial analysis and business performance management.
2. Use of business intelligence solutions such as EDWH, SQL, SAP BI.
3. Finance project management.
4. Business partnering.
5. Stakeholder management.

Company Culture and Values

At KCB Group Plc, we are committed to attracting, nurturing, developing, and retaining the most talented people available and supporting them in expanding their skills and capabilities. Our culture is built on a foundation of integrity, diversity, and innovation, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the success of the organization.

Apply Now for Finance Manager, Planning & Budgeting

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV. To be considered, your application must be received by Monday, 24th February 2025. Qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all backgrounds. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

For more information about KCB Group Plc and to explore other career opportunities, visit our careers page.

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