Vacancy title:
Chief Finance Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Kenya Airways

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, October 7 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Kenya Airways is seeking a visionary Chief Finance Officer, to provide strategic leadership over the airline's financial health, long-term sustainability, and growth. This is a C-Suite position, reporting to the Group Managing Director & CEO, and central to shaping KQ's financial strategy, compliance, and stakeholder confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of all financial management, including planning, reporting, treasury, and tax.
• Lead the formulation and execution of financial strategies that drive growth, profitability, and stakeholder value.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations while upholding world-class governance and reporting standards.
• Oversee corporate finance, investor relations, and engagement with key stakeholders including regulators, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Guide and develop the Finance team, ensuring capability, integrity, and excellence in delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field; Master's degree is an advantage.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or CA).
• Minimum 15 years' senior-level experience in finance or accounting, with proven leadership in corporate strategy and financial management.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS reporting, corporate governance, and financial systems.
• Proven track record in leading finance functions across regional and/or global markets, including managing multi-currency environments and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience in the airline or transportation industry is an added advantage.

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to shape the financial strategy of one of Africa's leading airlines, driving sustainable growth and impact across the aviation industry.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 180

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

If you fit this profile, please apply today! Submit your CV and supporting documents via the Kenya Airways Recruitment portal by clicking HERE

Kenya Airways is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified persons from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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