Interim Finance Project Manager - Finance Transformation

Stratostaff is seeking an Interim Finance Project Manager to lead a Finance Transformation project. This role is responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and coordination of a Finance Transformation roadmap across seven African markets within an aggressive four-month timeline. The project involves mapping decentralized activities and transitioning suitable tasks to a centralized hub in Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and coordination of the Finance Transformation roadmap within a 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.

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.

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 the Change Lead on training programs, communications strategies, and change adoption initiatives.
• Manage relationships with senior internal stakeholders and drive alignment across diverse teams.

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 updates and maintain detailed documentation for Finance leadership and key stakeholders.
• Implement robust reporting mechanisms to track deliverable completion and quality.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification: ACCA, CPA, CA, or CIMA.
• Project management certification: PMP, PRINCE2, PMBOK, or Agile/Scrum certifications.
• Minimum of 10 years of total experience.
• 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.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Stratostaff portal at: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1168527