Finance Manager - Internal Control and Taxation at CFAO Kenya

Main Responsibilities of the Job

• The Manager Internal Control is responsible for the management of the internal control structure and is a trusted partner to the Management and all employees of the company
• He/she gives monthly updates of the internal control environment to the CFO and the CEO. Follows up on deficiencies with the Management to ensure effective and efficient steering and decision-making.
• Develop and coordinate the maintenance of a Risk Management Framework for CMK ( Risk Governance Structure, Risk tools – Risk register and incident report, Policies, Process, Business Continuity Planning and Crisis Management), to ensure the availability of a foundation from which to protect CMK from preventable risks.
• He/she will be responsible for effective planning, management, control, and optimizations of the company’s tax position.
• He /She will coordinate and manage all tax matters relating to entities within the group as well as identifying and implementing tax processes and solutions according to regulatory and governance standards.
• Lead a team towards achievement of both strategic and operational objectives.
• Formulate, implement, and coordinate the company’s Internal Audit Strategy in collaboration with the Audit & Compliance committee.
• Coordinate and implement the Internal Audit programs, process, and procedures in collaboration with the Audit & Compliance Committee.
• Develop initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiencies and assess compliance with the company’s financial policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain strong internal audit policies, processes, and controls to provide timely, consistent and accurate financial, management information for effective decision making in the company
• Carry out risk identification, assessment, and audit planning for high-risk areas within the operations of the company
• Report and communicate Audit findings and recommendations to the management.
• Evaluate corporate governance processes in the company and make recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and spearhead anti-fraud strategy in collaboration with the compliance function.
• Plan and co-ordinate timely performance of special audit investigations and forensic as necessary

Minimum level of experience and competencies required to perform effectively in the role

• Relevant Degree
• 8 years relevant working experience
• 4 years in a managerial position
• Relevant technical experience