Lead all aspects of the finance function for the Kenyan entity, including accounting, budgeting, treasury management and strategic financial planning
In charge of the monthly closing process, the statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and the monthly and quarterly reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
Own the relationship with the external auditor, coordinate the statutory audit and drive it to an unqualified opinion
Prepare and file all recurring Kenyan tax returns (VAT, excise duty, corporate income tax, withholding tax)
Manage cash flow, funding and treasury operations, including the controls over the movement of client and corporate funds.
Prudential and regulatory
Maintain capital and liquidity at the level required of a licensed virtual asset service provider and produce the monthly capital adequacy and liquidity reports
Be in charge of all monthly reconciliations, and make the records available to the Central Bank of Kenya as required
Own the regulatory reporting calendar and act as the company's contact for financial information requests from the Capital Markets Authority and the Central Bank of Kenya
Business partnering, governance and controls
Lead the build of financial projections, the annual operating plan, and monitor the budget and the forecasts
Partner with business and product teams on revenue, cost and pricing models, and on the accounting treatment of new crypto products and offerings
Design and improve the financial control framework and document policies and procedures as the business scales
What We're Looking For
CPA(K) member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
At least 10 years of senior accounting experience, including at a global company, in financial services or fintech
Strong IFRS technical accounting; working knowledge of Kenyan tax and regulatory requirements
Experience using an accounting ERP such as NetSuite, Oracle, Workday
Excellent command of English, spoken and written
High integrity, proactive style and judgment to escalate
Genuine interest in crypto and digital assets.
Why Binance
Shape the future of finance
Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
Tackle challenging projects in a fast-paced and innovative enviornment with autonomy
Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
Competitive salary and company benefits
Remote-first, work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the nature of the role and team