Group Chief Finance Officer Job in Kenya

Group Chief Finance Officer

Purpose of the Position:

 Responsible for all the chain of restaurants

financial and management accounts, treasury, financial risk management and

control functions and budgeting. 

The candidate will assume one of the

most senior roles within the company, with responsibility for preserving the

assets of the company, providing accurate information to stakeholders, and

informing the future strategy of the company.

Responsibilities: 

a) Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making

• Developing means to improve profit, including estimating
  
  cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.


• Analyze information, forecast sales against
  
  expenses and create annual budget plans.


• Identify the underlying principles, reasons,
  
  or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate
  
  parts.


• Provide analytical support during budget
  
  reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities.


• Ensures a strong accounting and operational
  
  control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and
  
  profitability.


• Lead the development and implementation of a
  
  comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and
  
  brand’s strategic direction.

• Utilize interpersonal and communication skills
  
  to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocate sound
  
  financial/business decision making; demonstrate honesty/integrity; lead by
  
  example.


• Communicate the strategic goals to
  
  subordinates in a clear and precise manner.


• Leverage strong functional leadership and
  
  communication skills to influence the executive team, the company’s
  
  strategies and to lead own team.


• Oversee internal, external and regulatory
  
  audit processes.

c) Anticipating and Delivering on the

Needs of Key Stakeholders

• Attend meetings and communicating with the
  
  owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus.


• Understand and meet the needs of key
  
  stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).


• Advise the GM and executive committee on
  
  existing and evolving operating/financial issues.


• Communicate financial concepts in a clear and
  
  persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drive desired behavior.



• Manage working capital and cash flow in
  
  accordance with brand standard operating procedures and set requirements.

d) Developing and Maintaining Finance

Goals

• Ensure Profits and Losses are documented
  
  accurately.


• Monitor all taxes that apply, ensuring that
  
  taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.


• Submit reports in a timely manner, ensuring
  
  delivery deadlines.


• Develop and support achievement of performance
  
  goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.


• Improve profit growth in operating
  
  departments.


• Review audit issues to ensure accuracy.


• Monitor the purchasing process as applicable.

e) Managing Projects and Policies

• Generate and provide accurate and timely
  
  results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.


• Reconcile balance sheet to ensure account
  
  balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with
  
  standard operating procedures.


• Ensure that the P&L is accurate (e.g.,
  
  costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).


• Ensure compliance with management contract and
  
  reporting requirements.


• Ensure compliance with standard and local
  
  operating procedures.


• Ensure compliance with standard operating
  
  procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/ Accounting or
  
  related field.


• MBA will be an added advantage.


• CPA (K) or ACCA qualification.


• 5 – 10 years’ experience in a senior role
  
  preferably at board level.


• MUST have experience in the HOSPITALITY
  
  INDUSTRY.


• Strong personality with excellent negotiation
  
  skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal
  
  skills.

If you meet the minimum

qualifications, send your application to jobs@hcsafrica.com