Finance Manager

Job Purpose: The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all the financial operations of KTRH, including accounting, financial reporting, and business control. S/he will direct the hospital’s financial objectives, establish financial policies, manage financial risk, manage financial recordkeeping, as well as oversee the finance department.

For Appointment to this position, the applicant must have:

Qualifications and Professional Requirements:

a) Master of Science (MSc), Master of Arts or Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field;
b) Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or any other related field;
c) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (K) (mandatory qualification), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification and be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants and in good standing;
d) Have at least ten (15) years of experience four (5) of which should have been served as Chief Accountant or Deputy Chief Finance Officer or its equivalent in the public sector;
e) Leadership/Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
f) Have demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, and coordination and organizational capabilities at top management level;
g) Provide evidence of information communication technology skills;
h) Experience of working in a fast-paced and busy environment with competing demands on time and resources;
i) Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
j) Demonstrated professional Competencies and administrative capability.

Competencies and Skills

i. Upholding the highest ethical standards and maintaining a professional demeanor in all interactions.
ii. Demonstrating exceptional time management and prioritization skills
iii. Ability to manage multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
iv. Skilled negotiator, able to secure favorable terms in complex financial transactions.
v. Result-oriented team player with exceptional motivation and interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with long-term organizational goals, translating vision into actionable financial roadmaps.
ii. Driving and monitoring financial sustainability through effective cost control, revenue optimization, and strategic investment analysis.
iii. Aligning financial strategies with the overall business strategy, providing insights and leadership to guide the hospital towards sustainable growth.
iv. Continuously seeking opportunities to optimize financial processes, leveraging technology and innovation to streamline efficiency and effectiveness.
v. Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve shared goals.
vi. Motivating, mentoring, and leading a high-performing finance team to achieve departmental objectives and support broader organizational success.