Commercial Manager

Job Purpose

The Commercial Manager (referenced as Finance Manager in internal duties) is responsible for leading the company’s financial management function to ensure financial sustainability, accountability, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and sector guidelines. The role provides strategic financial leadership, oversees budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, treasury, and internal controls, and supports management decision-making in the delivery of reliable water and sewerage services.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the company’s financial management function to ensure financial sustainability.
• Oversee and provide strategic financial leadership across the organization.
• Manage and oversee budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting processes.
• Oversee treasury operations and ensure robust internal controls are in place.
• Support management decision-making in the delivery of reliable water and sewerage services.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and water sector guidelines.
• Manage donor-funded project accounting and oversee audit processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent) is mandatory.
• A Master’s degree (MBA/Finance) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in financial management, preferably in utilities, public sector, infrastructure, or water services.
• Experience in budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and donor-funded project accounting is highly desirable.

Application Requirements

Applicants MUST submit:

• A signed application letter.
• A detailed CV with daytime contacts and names of three (3) referees.
• Copies of academic certificates and testimonials.
• Copy of National ID or Passport.