Interim Finance Project manager Finance Transformation

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 10years

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: Immediate

Reporting to: Vice President Controllership

PROFILE INTRODUCTION:

We are seeking an exceptional Interim Finance Project Manager to lead a strategic Finance Transformation programme for a leading financial technology company operating across multiple African markets. This is a high-impact time-sensitive role that requires a seasoned professional with demonstrated expertise in finance transformation cross-border project management and the ability to drive rapid results in complex multinational environments.

The successful candidate will spearhead the centralisation of Controllership functions across seven African markets (Kenya Nigeria Ghana Zambia Botswana Tanzania and Uganda) establishing a unified hub in Kenya while ensuring full regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions. This interim position offers the opportunity to make a transformational impact on the organisations financial operations and efficiency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Program Leadership

Lead the end-to-end planning execution and coordination of the Finance Transformation roadmap within an aggressive 4-month timeline
Define comprehensive project scope objectives key milestones and measurable success criteria
Drive accountability across all stakeholders and maintain momentum throughout the transformation process

2. Market Analysis & Transition Management

Collaborate with finance leaders across all seven African markets to map current activities processes and tasks
Conduct thorough assessments to determine which activities should remain decentralized versus those suitable for centralization to Kenya
Develop detailed transition plans that optimize efficiency while ensuring full compliance with country-level regulations
Create comprehensive role mapping documentation for project handover

3. Stakeholder Management & Vendor Coordination

Translate complex business requirements into clear actionable project deliverables
Co-manage delivery initiatives with external vendor project teams and internal finance leadership
Partner effectively with Change Lead on training programs communications strategies and change adoption initiatives
Manage relationships with senior internal stakeholders and drive alignment across diverse teams

4. Project Controls & Performance Management

Maintain rigorous oversight of project risks budgets and resource allocation
Monitor progress against established timelines and proactively escalate issues when necessary
Provide regular comprehensive updates and maintain detailed documentation for Finance leadership and key stakeholders
Implement robust reporting mechanisms to track deliverable completion and quality

5. Operational Implementation

Support the establishment and operationalization of the centralized Controllership hub in Kenya
Oversee the selection and implementation of appropriate tools to support reconciliations reporting and oversight functions
Embed sustainable processes for compliance governance and ongoing performance monitoring
Ensure seamless integration of systems and processes across all markets

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Finance Transformation & Program Leadership
Delivery Discipline & Execution Excellence
Cross-Border African Market Experience
Stakeholder Management & Communication Excellence
Reporting & Decision Making

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field
Professional accounting qualification: ACCA CPA CA CIMA
Project management certification: PMP PRINCE2 PMBOK or Agile/Scrum certifications
Minimum experience 10 years: 5 years in finance transformation or large-scale financial system implementations
3 years in project management roles with P&L accountability
Proven track record in leading finance transformation and integration projects preferably in African markets
Deep understanding of accounting processes financial controls and regulatory compliance requirements
Demonstrated success managing complex cross-border programs across multiple African jurisdictions
Hands-on experience in financial services or high-growth complex organizational environments
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present to and influence senior leadership
Experience managing remote teams and coordinating across different time zones and cultures
Results-driven mindset with the ability to maintain accountability and drive performance
Aggressive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder management when required

Duration: 6 monthsStart Date: ImmediateReporting to: Vice President ControllershipPROFILE INTRODUCTION: We are seeking an exceptional Interim Finance Project Manager to lead a strategic Finance Transformation programme for a leading financial technology company operating across multiple Africa...