Finance Lead

Organization
Octavia Carbon
Location
Nairobi County, Kenya
Job Type
Full-time
Deadline for Applications
02/25/2026
Where to Apply
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4364739940/?trackingId=CGdS85LuTKG56KBh4JZPSA%3D%3D
Tags
Full-time

About the job

Overview of Finance Lead Responsibilities  

The core focus areas:

  • Accuracy and Compliance: Ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded correctly, accurately, and in compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS), tax laws, and other regulations.
  • Internal Controls: Designing, implementing, and monitoring internal controls to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and ensure the reliability of financial data.
  • Financial Operations: Overseeing the day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, tax compliance, and fixed assets.
  • Team Leadership: Managing and developing the accounting team (Accountant/Bookkeeper)
  • Financial reporting: Ensuring our financial and management statements are developed to be insightful and world-class in their contribution to decision-making.

 

Detailed Responsibilities: 

Financial Oversight

  • General Ledger Management: Maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring proper chart of accounts, and accurate journal entries.
  • Budget Management: Lead quarterly budgeting process and provide ongoing guidance to team heads, ensuring effective development and monitoring of operational and capital expenditure budgets.
  • Financial Leadership:
  • Provide strong leadership and guidance to the accounting function, driving the formulation and implementation of a robust financial strategy aligned with company objectives.”
  • Financial Forecasting: Drive quarterly forecasting by analyzing performance variances and market trends to update financial projections and support strategic decision-making.
  • Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to project long-term financial performance, aiding risk assessment, funding acquisition, and overall strategic planning
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and analyze accurate financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flows) in accordance with accounting standards, identifying key trends and performance indicators relevant to DAC operations.
  • Compliance & Stakeholder Communication:Generate comprehensive financial reports for internal management, investors, lenders, and regulatory bodies, ensuring full compliance with all applicable legal and accounting requirements.
  • Performance Analysis:Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing variances between actual and budgeted results, and providing insights to management to improve efficiency and achieve financial targets.
  • Tax Compliance:Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations

 

ERP management and Integration (Syspro)  

  • System Administration and Configuration:Overseeing the day-to-day administration of the ERP system, customization to meet Octavia’s internal workflows and operational needs.
  • Data Management:Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data within Syspro by developing and maintaining data pipelines for secure server backup.
  • Process Optimization:Leveraging Syspro functionalities to streamline financial processes, automate routine tasks, and improve efficiency (e.g., automated invoice processing, electronic payment workflows).
  • Report Generation:Designing and generating customized financial reports and dashboards within Syspro to provide real-time insights into operational and financial performance.
  • User Training and Support: Providing training and support to finance team members and other users on how to effectively use Syspro for financial tasks.
  • Upgrades and Implementations:Participating in or leading ERP system upgrades and the implementation of new Syspro modules to support the evolving needs of the DAC company.
  • Troubleshooting:Identifying and resolving any financial system-related issues within Syspro.

 

Academic Qualifications 

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • CPA – K and/or ACCA certifications

 

Experience:

  • 3 – 5 years of experience in finance control and accounting.
  • Experience working with ERP systems (preferably Syspro).

 

Skills: 

  • Demonstrated experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting tools.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage data accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.

 

Personal Attributes: 

  • Highly organized with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Adaptable and willing to learn new financial practices.
  • Demonstrates integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.