Equiti is a pioneering fintech firm and world-class provider of multi-asset fintech products - from liquidity solutions to in-house tech hubs to online trading platforms. With over 400 global specialists in 9 languages, Equiti provides clients with access to individual, professional, and institutional brokerage services in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

At Equiti, we believe that financial opportunities can unlock potential for everyone, everywhere. We’re on a mission to deliver accessible online trading products around the world through education and accessibility.

Think finance is stuffy? Think again.

We see Equiti as a new breed of broker, and we are on the lookout for talented individuals who can perform and excel in a dynamic and innovative working environment. Our Finance department would like to welcome a detail-oriented.

Head of Finance - Africa  in our office in Kenya

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and reporting function across the Africa region and ensure adherence to all accounting standards across all businesses and jurisdictions
• Lead the monthly ledger close and reporting process for the Africa region, working closely with the Group Financial Controller and other stakeholders to develop the process into a mature, standardized function
• Develop a strong control and substantiation function across the Africa region, and implement standardization and efficiency across local Finance team(s)
• Ensure full compliance with local regulatory reporting requirements (e.g. daily segregation of client funds, monthly capital adequacy reporting, etc.)
• Work closely with Group Finance on all stakeholder reporting requirements such as daily cash balances, daily FX exposures, management accounts, board packs, budgets, forecasts, and other reporting and ad-hoc requirements
• Develop and mature the MI function for the Africa region, focusing on key and strategic KPIs across the business
• Manage the annual external audit and statutory reporting for the Africa entities, including the preparation of all financial reports and information
• Responsible for taxation oversight and compliance with relevant country laws
• Work closely with Group and Country Finance teams on shared operational and strategic initiatives
• Management of the Country Finance team(s) and continuous evaluation of structure for continual improvement of the function

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and management skills with the desire to lead and develop the Finance team
• Record of accomplishment of success working in a fast paced business in a period of rapid growth
• Strong analytical and technical accounting (IFRS) skills
• Strong attention to detail and a control mindset is a must for this role
• High professional standards, questioning nature and ready to challenge where necessary

Experience Requirements

• Qualified Accountant with minimum 7 years PQE
• Financial services experience, ideally in a brokerage will be highly regarded
• Demonstratable SAP (or other ERP) experience will be highly regarded
• Audit background will be highly regarded
• Strong understanding of multi-currency and foreign exchange is desirable

Perks

Each of our offices has its special perks; be it ‘no ties’, free lunches, charity events, or a hybrid work policy – but whenever you walk into an Equiti office, you’re sure to see a friendly face. We encourage international collaborations and always keep our eyes open to how we can do more.

The benefits you can expect at your Equiti workplace include:

• Competitive salary package
• Performance-based bonus
• Medical insurance coverage for employees and family members
• Smart working options
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Personalized career development
• Company lunch in the office
• Regular company events

With energy, drive, and imagination, there’s no limit to where your career can go at Equiti. With a diverse workforce and geographical spread of offices, we strongly support career development initiatives as well as provide a range of opportunities for professional and life experiences.

Equiti is an equal opportunity employer.

“Equiti” refers to a group of companies consisting of seven regulated financial services companies licensed to operate in the respective jurisdictions of their incorporation, in addition to our tech and marketing hubs. Equiti has presence in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.