Finance Manager

One of our clients - an NGO advocating for human and health rights is seeking a temporary Finance Manager who will service the organization for 8 months, effective October 2025.
The Finance Manager will work under the Operations and Compliance Department, and will be based in Nairobi with occasional field travel.
S/he will be responsible for overseeing and managing the financial health and integrity of the organization.
S/he will oversee the planning, implementation, managing, and running of all the finance activities, including organization planning, budgeting, forecasting, internal and external financial reporting, grant management, audit coordination, donor management, and finance policies, as well as oversight of relevant financial regulations and compliance.
S/he will have a strong financial and accounting background, with CPA(K) certification, and will be a member of ICPAK.
The Finance Manager will have NGO experience and strong people leadership experience.
The RoleDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Head of Operations and Compliance, the duties and responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include but not be limited to;Finance Strategy Planning & ImplementationLead in developing the organization's annual consolidated budget and related budget notes for Board ApprovalParticipate in formulating project-specific budgets and in performing financial analysis that facilitates effective monitoring of the organization's performance to ensure that the set out objectives and targets are achievedLead in developing and monitoring the organization's overhead budget, including recovery of overheads from the various grants.Finance Policy Implementation and MaintenanceEnsure adherence to Finance policies, SOPs, and procedures within the organization, and provide guidance to management and staff on the interpretation of the sameProvide technical and effective advice on all financial issues and support managers on issues related to financial reporting, budgeting, adherence to reporting standards and regulatory requirements Maintain awareness and knowledge of financial practices and reporting and accounting standards (IFRS/IAS/SIC/IFIRC) and provide suitable interpretation to managers and staff within the organizationManage the key accounting processes in strict conformance with the finance manual including but not limited to payroll processing, payables, receivables, etc.
Financial Systems ManagementServe as the custodian of the organization's financial system, including managing user access rights, oversight postings, and audit trail of all transactions recorded in the systemOversee the effective functioning and continuous improvement of existing automated finance processes, ensuring ongoing accuracy of data recorded in the systemsEnsure consistent and compliant use of the financial management system by all relevant staff, providing support and guidance as neededLeverage financial data from the system to produce timely and accurate reports, conduct in-depth analysis, and provide actionable insights to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.Financial ReportingLead the month-end closing and year-end closing processes and procedures, ensuring that this happens within the stipulated timelinesLead financial forecasting and budgeting processes and oversee the preparation of all financial reportingEnsure prompt submission of monthly, quarterly, annual financial reports, or as per donor-specific sc schedule financial reports to all relevant stakeholders both internally and externallyHighlight risks or variances early through detailed reporting and financial analysisEnsure proper allocation of costs to donor grants and projects.Financial Risk ManagementEnsure that the organization complies financially with all legal and regulatory requirements and that all relevant licenses and legal and regulatory requirements are procured and validEnsure that record keeping meets the requirements of internal policies, auditors, partners, donors and government agenciesMaintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendationsEnsure that donor funds are managed responsibly, adhering to regulatory standards, and safeguarding the organization from financial losses or reputational damage.Fundraising & Donor ManagementCollaborate with program teams to develop donor-compliant budgets for funding proposalsMonitor grant expenditure against approved budgets to avoid under or overspending.Compliance and Regulatory AdherenceEnsure compliance with local tax laws, donor regulations, financial reporting standards, and audit requirementsTrack donor funds and ensure they are used in line with agreed upon termsStay updated on changes in financial legislation or donor policies that may pose risks.
Implement Internal ControlsEnsure internal controls are adhered to and prevent mismanagement, fraud, or misuse of fundsEnsure segregation of duties, including proper authorization and adherence to processes, and ensure regular reconciliations are done as per agreed upon SLAs.Capacity Building & Team LeadershipSupervise and mentor finance team to enhance skills in reporting, compliance and financial systemsFoster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the finance and organization teams and financial processes.Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned to you from time to time.
Ideal ProfileEDUCATION SKILLS & COMPETENCIES DESIRED Bachelor's Degree in commerce, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or related fieldA Certified Public Accountant of Kenya CPA(K)Member of ICPAK At least eight (8) years of financial and accounting management experience, 4 years of which must be at the management level focused on leading a financial and accounting function within an NGO environment.Demonstrable experience in managing a diverse range of stakeholders within the NGO sectorWorking knowledge of QuickBooks Accounting SystemDeep understanding of financial modelsStrong team management experience—led a team of at least 5+ peopleDemonstrated strong oral and written communication skillsAbility to build strong relationships with clients and external actorsAbility to remain calm and in control even under immense pressureAbility to remain open to change while managing complexitiesHigh level of integrity, confidentiality, trust and dependability with a strong sense of urgencyResults-oriented, entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and a self-starter, who is flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.All applications received will be subjected to a fair and competitive review process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.This call for talent will close on Friday, 17th September, 2025, at 5.00pm EAT.
What's on Offer?
Leadership RoleFantastic work cultureOpportunity to make a positive impact