Lead Finance Beverage (Gujarati/Hindi Speaking)
Lead Finance Beverage (Gujarati/Hindi Speaking)
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13-05-2025
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Job Description
Job Title: Lead Finance Beverage (Gujarati/Hindi Speaking)
Industry: Beverages
Location: Kenya
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Finance professional to join our team in the beverage sector. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in overseeing all aspects of financial management ensuring robust financial planning and driving strategic decisionmaking to support business growth.
Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi languages will be an added advantage to enhance communication within the diverse stakeholder base.
Duties:
Cost Benefit Analysis for any new Capex proposed by various departments in concurrence with Head of Operations and ensure investments are submitted to BOD along with CBA.
and update costing sheet for products/SKUs and share on weekly basis
Management Accounts line by line and provide observations and recommendations to BOD & HODs for implementation.
a check on input cost related to manufacturing and assist Head of Operations by providing facts and figures for reducing TOTAL COST of PRODUCTION.
in procurement decisions related to purchase of RAW material for Value Stream.
BOM on daily basis & highlight anomalies to relevant Production Leads and seek clarification.
Implement Manage and run all financial activities of Value Stream including business planning budgeting forecasting and negotiations.
Debtors cycle by ensuring timely issuance of credit notes by coordinating with Sales team and Audit team.
focus on credit worthy customer segments through Sales Head prepare and implement customer incentive schemes for acceleration/ontime payment.
10. Provide Impact Analysis for all marketing expenses price increase/decrease and promotions.
11. Ensure adherence to contracts and agreements by suppliers & sales channels as per company policy and record keeping including Bank Guarantees from customers.
12. Responsible for ensuring timely Cash inCash out through Sales & Production teams monitor debtors/creditors on daily basis.
13. Liaise & work closely with Treasury Team and Finance and Accounts team for smooth cash flow management
14. Prepare priority list for payments to be made based on collection reports from debt collection team along with procurement
15. Prepare financial forecasting and budgets (annual & 13week rollover) related to Value Stream under guidance of CFO to ensure alignment with Group Level Financial goals.
Requirements
Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in Finance Accounting or related field (MBA is an advantage).
CPA (K) ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
1012 years of finance experience preferably in the nonalcoholic beverage industry.
Strong financial planning analysis and reporting expertise.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide teams and influence strategy.
Proficiency in financial management systems and SAP is a must.
Preferred Attributes
Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi is advantageous given the cultural and business context of key stakeholders.
Indepth knowledge of Kenyan tax laws financial regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams and executive leadership.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Employment Type
Full Time
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