Finance Manager
Finance Manager
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Job Description
An unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net zero goals over 2 billion electric twowheelers (motorcycles) must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. We are building a tech platform to electrify this twowheeler market currently responsible for more than 4% of the worlds GHG emissions. Our mission is to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across emerging markets in Africa Asia and Latin America. With a focus on East Africa as a starting point We are building a new energy ecosystem with groundup development of a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and associated battery swap network to drive a better experience for our customers. We are looking for audacious creative and committed people to join us on this important mission. You will be joining a bold team consisting of leading engineers operators and entrepreneurs hailing from companies that include Tesla Apple Google SRAM Ola Electric Dott LiveWire Lucid Bolt Microsoft SafeBoda Sun Mobility among many others.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a midcareer Finance Manager to manage and oversee financial operations at our Nairobi office reporting directly to the CFO. The ideal candidate will have 810 years of experience in accounting and financial management with strong knowledge of local compliance tax laws and financial reporting standards. This role is essential in ensuring that our financial operations in Kenya run smoothly transparently and efficiently supporting our ambitious mission to drive the electric transition in East Africa.
What does the job involve
- Manage all financial operations for us in Kenya and global entities including accounts payable/receivable payroll and reconciliations.
- Prepare analyze and present financial reports ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Support implementation of weekly monthly and quarterly internal reporting and budgeting processes.
- Maintain budgets monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with company financial objectives.
- Ensure compliance with all local tax regulations including VAT PAYE and corporate taxes and liaise with tax authorities as needed.
- Support internal and external audits ensuring timely submission of required documentation.
- Establish and improve financial processes and controls to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
- Work closely with the global finance team to align local operations with our broader financial goals.
Qualifications
- 810 years of experience in accounting or financial management preferably in a corporate context at a multinational corporation or fastgrowing company.
- A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification or equivalent is required.
- Deep knowledge of Kenyan and other East African tax laws financial regulations and reporting standards.
- Experience with manufacturing supply chain export / import and inventory finance and intercompany transfer pricing.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven ability to manage financial operations improve processes and implement controls.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with global and local teams.
- High level of reliability integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information.
- Selfstarter with an ability to work effectively in a fastpaced unstructured work environment.
Nice to Have:
- Familiarity with tax and reporting standards in Tanzania and Uganda.
- Experience in the electric vehicle clean energy manufacturing or technology sectors.
- Familiarity with Odoo as an ERP and accounting software or other equivalent ERPs.
- Exposure to managing accounts for both product and servicebased business models
Benefits
- Benefits package based on experience.
NonNegotiables
8 years of experience in accounting or financial management preferably in a corporate context at a multinational corporation or a growth stage company
Must have a A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) ACCA CFA qualification or equivalent
Deep knowledge of Kenyan and other East African tax laws financial regulations and reporting standards
Employment Type
Full Time
