Finance Manager, VisionFund Kenya

Finance & Economy

Overview

Lead financial operations and ensure resource management for VisionFund Kenya.

You have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or Business administration or Equivalent qualification.
• Holding CPA (K) or ACCA qualifications.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• At least 1 year in a Senior Leadership role in Microfinance, Retail Banking, or Enterprise Lending.
• In-depth knowledge of banking principles, MFI industry practices, and current trends in microfinance and finance.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and familiarity with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP).

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

Overview

VisionFund Kenya is a dynamic financial services company and a key investment of World Vision Kenya, committed to fostering sustainable financial inclusion. Learn more at www.visionfundkenya.co.ke.

The Finance Manager(FM) reports directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO). The FM will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across key financial functions, including Accounting, Budgeting and Budget Control, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Funds Management, Treasury and Cash Management, and strengthening Internal Controls. The role ensures financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and efficient resource management to support VisionFund Kenya’s mission and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Strengthen financial systems to ensure compliance with internal and external policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements and payments.
• Maintain proper documentation and resolve discrepancies through reconciliations.
• Standardize presentation of institutional financial data.

Budgeting and Budget Control

• Develop and implement budgeting systems and procedures.
• Support departments in budget preparation and provide financial projections.
• Forecast future financial conditions and provide insights to management.
• Monitor and evaluate performance against budgets; recommend corrective actions.

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Train staff in financial ratio analysis and benchmarking.
• Analyze performance gaps and financial indicators.
• Prepare timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Funds Management, Treasury, and Cash Management
• Prepare weekly cash flow and financial projections.
• Analyze funding options, risks, and asset-liability exposures.
• Recommend treasury risk limits and ensure capital adequacy compliance.

• Utilize scenario planning tools for risk mitigation.

  Business Plan Development

• Monitor financial performance in relation to operational/business plans.

• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of head office and branch business plans.

• Ensure delivery and consistency of the annual business plan and monitor performance variance.

  Internal Control

• Assess and manage risks in key operational areas.

• Design and implement internal control systems.
• Coordinate with external auditors and apply their recommendations.

• Enhance accounting systems to meet internal control requirements.

  Team Supervision

• Lead, supervise, and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and professional development.

• Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback.
• Promote a collaborative work environment and build team capacity through training and coaching.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or Business administration or Equivalent qualification. A Master’s Degree will be desirable

Holder of CPA (K) or ACCA qualifications.

A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, with at least 1 years in a Senior Leadership role in Microfinance, Retail Banking, or Enterprise Lending

Key Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of banking principles, MFI industry practices, and current trends in microfinance and finance. Finance certifications and practicing licenses will be desirable.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of driving performance and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; adept at business development and stakeholder management.
• Proven high performance in similar roles, with a strong emphasis on growth, results, and team motivation.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent, driving operational improvements and organizational growth.
• High ethical standards and commitment to personal and organizational integrity.
• He/she should have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and familiarity with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills or abilities.
• Determined personality with initiative, perseverance, and the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Capability and willingness to take responsibility and highly developed sense of rectitude
• Ready to comply and live up to and in accordance with the organization's Ideals and Core Values

Application Instructions

The care and protection of children and vulnerable adults is our top priority. We take our responsibility to protect those we work with seriously. We have extensive Child and Adult Safeguarding policies and protocols in place to safeguard children and the communities we serve. We condemn all forms of exploitation or abuse of children or adults and have a zero-tolerance policy for incidents of violence, especially against children.

All candidates must be professing and practicing Christians whose conduct and depth of character are governed by personal Christian convictions. Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications, attaching copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, daytime contact, and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees to reach on or before Wednesday, 28th May 2025.

Important Notices:

The CV must be in PDF format, and all the attachments scanned into one PDF document.

VisionFund Kenya is a registered Data processor and controller, by submitting your application you consent to using your Data for recruitment purposes.

VisionFund Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not require payment during the recruitment process.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

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