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HFC Limited, a subsidiary of HF Group, is a leading financial institution in Kenya specializing in banking and property finance. With a rich heritage and a focus on innovation, HFC has expanded from housing finance into a fully-fledged bank. The company is committed to delivering excellence, driving sustainable business growth, and safeguarding the financial well-being of its customers and stakeholders.
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Nairobi, Kenya
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Full Time
Deadline:
3 Sept 2025
Job Title
Head, Financial Planning & Controls job at HFC Limited (Subsidiary of HF Group)
HFC Limited (Subsidiary of HF Group)
Job Description
The role oversees end-to-end financial planning and control, including budget formulation, forecasting, performance monitoring, capital optimization, and revenue assurance. The position ensures timely preparation of management reports (ALCO, EXCO, and board papers), effective financial controls, and governance frameworks. The incumbent will also manage accounts payable/receivable processes, reconciliations, and fixed assets while driving automation, SAP enhancements, and robotic process automation (RPA). Additionally, the role requires leadership in financial strategy, audit facilitation, compliance with regulatory requirements, and mentoring finance teams for capacity development.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Conduct variance analysis and provide business insights.
Own intra- and inter-company cost allocation/recharge frameworks.
Partner with business units for financial advisory on projects and investments.
Balance Sheet & Capital Management
Manage balance sheet planning and capital optimization.
Oversee ICAAP, ALCO, EXCO, and board papers.
Drive Funds Transfer Pricing (FTP) processes.
Prepare debt funding pitch decks.
Financial Controls & Governance
Develop financial control frameworks and governance processes.
Ensure cost management, revenue assurance, and KPI tracking.
Maintain model governance across finance functions.
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Reconciliations
Ensure timely vendor payments with optimal terms.
Oversee GL reconciliations and trial balance reliability.
Maintain Fixed Asset Register accuracy.
Manage receivables reconciliations.
Financial Information Systems
Implement SAP system improvements and integrations.
Collaborate with IT for end-of-day processes and system reconciliations.
Decision Support & Analytics
Prepare dashboards and KPIs.
Provide thematic guidance to modeling teams.
Oversee competitor analysis and present insights.
Champion automation and RPA roadmaps in finance.
Audits
Facilitate internal and external audits.
Ensure timely closure of audit findings.
Team Management
Mentor and manage the finance team.
Drive performance management and staff development.
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COMMERCIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
Academic & Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
CPA (K) is mandatory.
Additional certifications such as CFA, FRM, FRR, or CIFA are an added advantage.
Experience
At least 12 years of banking experience, with strong exposure to finance, risk, audit, or strategy.
Minimum of 4 years at management level.
Experience in board relations, CBK regulatory relations, and audit management.
Strong background in financial planning, risk management, and financial leadership.
Technical Skills
Excellent MS Excel skills.
Strong Data & BI capabilities: SQL, EDW, PowerBI, Python, R.
Experience in finance automation and process improvement.
Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.
Behavioral Competencies
Results-driven with high analytical ability.
Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Strong emotional intelligence and team leadership.
Problem-solving ability and ethical integrity.
