Finance Officer

BANK OF AFRICA – KENYA LIMITED (BOA-KENYA) is part of the multinational Bank of Africa Group, operating in over 18 countries across Africa. We provide a wide range of banking services tailored to corporate, SME, and retail clients. As part of our ongoing commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance, we are seeking a qualified and experienced Finance Officer to join our dynamic team.

Job Summary:

The Finance Officer will play a key role in regulatory reporting, financial statement preparation, financial modeling, and stakeholder reporting. This role demands a detail-oriented and analytical individual with a strong understanding of banking regulations, IFRS, and SAP-based accounting systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reports in line with regulatory timelines and standards.

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and internal policies.

• Develop and maintain accurate financial models, including those related to:

  • Government securities valuation

  • IFRS 16 lease accounting

  • Staff loan valuation

• Prepare and submit timely reports to key external stakeholders, including:

  • Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC)

  • Development Financial Institutions (DFIs)

  • Other regulatory and financial stakeholders

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA or ACCA are mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within the banking sector.
• Solid understanding of CBK prudential guidelines and banking regulations.
• Proficient in SAP General Ledger (GL), accounting policies, and internal controls.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and bank products and services.

Skills & Competencies:

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and highly organized.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to support data-driven decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced and dynamic working environment.
• Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and quality in financial reporting.