The Finance Manager / Chief Accountant is responsible for
the full financial health of Classic Mouldings. You’ll lead budgeting,
compliance, reporting, treasury, and internal controls while serving as a
strategic advisor to the leadership team. This role requires deep technical
knowledge, operational discipline, and the maturity to balance day-to-day
oversight with long-term strategy
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Strategy & Leadership
- Advise
Directors on financial performance, capital allocation, and investment
planning.
- Lead
annual budgeting, long-term forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
Accounting & Reporting
- Manage
month-end and year-end closure, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare
IFRS-compliant financial statements and management accounts.
- Maintain
the integrity of the general ledger and ensure reconciliations are done
regularly.
Tax & Statutory Compliance
- Ensure
100% compliance with all KRA requirements – VAT, PAYE, WHT, Corporation
Tax, etc.
- Manage
tax planning, respond to audits, and liaise with external tax consultants.
- Stay
updated on regulatory changes and advise leadership accordingly.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor
liquidity daily and manage working capital proactively.
- Oversee
payment cycles, receivables, and supplier settlements.
- Optimize
bank relationships, FX positions, and treasury performance.
Procurement, Payables & Receivables Oversight
- Review
supplier contracts, LPOs, and payment schedules
- Collaborate
with procurement and projects to ensure proper job costing and
accountability.
- Establish
clear credit control and collections mechanisms.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Strengthen
internal financial controls and conduct regular audits.
- Develop
risk mitigation policies around fraud, waste, and misappropriation.
- Ensure
compliance with company SOPs and sound financial governance.
Team Leadership
- Supervise
a lean team including accountants, clerks, and finance support staff.
- Coach,
review, and build capacity within the department.
- Foster
a culture of accountability, ethics, and continuous improvement.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- CPA(K)
or ACCA certification is mandatory.
- Further
training in strategy, tax, or leadership is a plus.
Experience
- Minimum
10 years total experience in finance/accounting.
- At
least 5 years at senior management level.
- Must
have experience managing books in a project-based, multi-transaction
business.
- Background
in construction, design, manufacturing, or logistics is highly preferred.