The Finance Manager role at Yellow Pages Kenya is critical for strengthening finance operations across the group and supporting ambitious growth plans. Yellow Pages Kenya is a Yellow Pages book publisher and digital agency providing print, online, and digital services, with a presence in Angola, Kenya, Cape Verde, Tanzania, Sao Tome e Principe, and Mozambique. This role involves overseeing multi-country financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage group accounting and financial reporting across Kenya, Cape Verde, and Mozambique.
- Supervise a team of 4 finance professionals located in each country of operation.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and serve as the primary liaison with Revenue Authorities in each country.
- Manage audit processes and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
- Oversee payroll accounting, statutory payments, and financial controls.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.
- Prepare timely and accurate management reports for the COO and leadership team.
- Utilize and optimize ERP/accounting systems (experience with Primavera BSS or similar is a plus).
Qualifications & Experience
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification is mandatory.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (BA/BSc/HND).
- 3-4 years’ experience in a finance management role, ideally with exposure to group accounting and multinational operations.
- Experience in the HR, outsourcing, or agency sector is a strong plus.
- Proven ability to manage remote teams and work across cultures.
- Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written).
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan statutory requirements; experience with other African markets is an advantage.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Why Join Yellow Pages Kenya?
- Be part of a fast-growing, innovative agency with an established regional and international footprint.
- Lead cross-country finance operations and play a key role in expansion.
- Collaborative, multicultural environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits package (details shared with shortlisted candidates).
