Job purpose
The Finance Manager is responsible for the finance function of the company to perform financial analysis and as per laid down procedures.

Duties and responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities entail:
Oversee performance management in the Finance Department
Develop department budget and work plan
Prepare board management papers for approval
Identify procurement needs of the department
Prepare and review departmental policies and accounting manuals in line with international financial standards and government regulations
Budget preparation/ cash flow management review to ensure sustainability and giving strategic advice to board /CMT.
Manage reporting of financial statements/performance to board/CMT
Participate in strategic planning and implementation
Establish and ensure application of sound financial policies e.g., financial manual for the company), systems and procedures for the company in compliance with statutory regulations.
Conduct periodic review of actual performance against budget and explaining any variances
Control expenditure for decision making
Deal with banks /financial institutions.
Responsible for physical assets assigned by the company
Makes strategic, operational and financial decisions for the department
Identify training needs for the departmental staff.
Participate in the recruitment of staff within the department, mentor and coach departmental staff, plans the work of subordinates, assigns work performance, appraises/evaluates subordinate’s performance
Work closely with the CMT in all areas
Performing related work as may be required.

Job specification:
requirements for Appointment (academic/professional qualification/experience)
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or any other Business-Related field
CPA (K), ACCA or relevant professional qualification
Member of a relevant professional body and in good standing
At least 7 years experience with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory position
Meets the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Method of Application
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for any of the roles above, please submit your application including a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, National Identification card and testimonials from your current or previous employer, clearly indicating your current and expected remuneration, email and telephone contacts of three (3) professional referees by 10th February, 2021 at 5:00pm.
Submit your application in a sealed envelope with the respective Job Reference Number clearly marked
to:
The Managing Director,
Gusii Water & Sanitation Company Limited. P.O. Box 3880 -40200,
KISII
OR
Email: info@gwasco.co.ke