Senior Finance Coordinator

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to advance your career with a globally recognized media organization? BBC News is seeking a highly skilled Senior Finance Coordinator to join its East Africa operations in Nairobi.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to support one of the world's most respected news organizations by delivering financial expertise, strengthening compliance processes, and supporting operational and strategic decision-making across the business.

Job Overview

Position: Senior Finance Coordinator
Organization: BBC News
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract
Contract Duration: Until 26 March 2027
Industry: Media and Broadcasting
Work Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to work in Kenya.

About the Role

The Senior Finance Coordinator will provide specialist financial and operational support to BBC News activities across East Africa. The successful candidate will ensure effective financial management, maintain strong internal controls, support regulatory compliance, and provide high-quality financial information to guide business decisions.

The position also plays a key role in improving financial processes, enhancing reporting systems, and supporting budgeting and resource allocation activities.

Why Join BBC News?

Joining BBC News offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic international environment while contributing to a globally respected media organization.

Benefits of this role include:

• Working alongside editorial, operational, and project teams.

• Supporting strategic financial planning and decision-making.

• Contributing to process improvement initiatives.

• Gaining exposure to international finance operations.

• Collaborating with diverse stakeholders across multiple functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations Management

The Senior Finance Coordinator will oversee day-to-day financial activities to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating supplier payments and invoicing processes.

• Managing employee expense claims and reimbursements.

• Overseeing banking transactions and cash management activities.

• Supporting treasury functions and ensuring effective cash flow management.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

The role requires the preparation and review of financial information to support operational and business decisions.

Key duties include:

• Preparing monthly financial reports, forecasts, and reconciliations.

• Producing management reports and financial analysis.

• Leading month-end closing activities.

• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting data.

Reconciliations and Financial Controls

Strong internal controls are essential to maintaining financial integrity.

Core responsibilities include:

• Performing and reviewing bank reconciliations.

• Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies promptly.

• Maintaining compliance with BBC financial policies and procedures.

• Ensuring adherence to treasury requirements and delegated authority limits.

• Supporting internal control frameworks and risk management processes.

Finance Systems and Compliance

The successful candidate will ensure finance systems remain secure and compliant.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing user access and permissions within finance systems.

• Supporting compliance with BBC policies and data protection standards.

• Utilizing SAP and other financial management systems effectively.

• Ensuring compliance with local statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Audit and Stakeholder Support

The Senior Finance Coordinator will support both internal and external audit activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing documentation required for audits.

• Coordinating with auditors, service providers, and banking partners.

• Assisting with the implementation of audit recommendations.

• Monitoring outsourced finance service providers to ensure service quality and operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Essential Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• A recognized professional accounting qualification such as CPA(K), ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent certification.

• Relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, or financial management roles.

Essential Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and month-end processes.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.

• Experience working within complex organizational environments.

• Hands-on experience using SAP and other financial management systems.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should have:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A commitment to maintaining high professional and ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

The following will be considered an added advantage:

• Experience working within an international or multinational organization.

• Knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and regulatory requirements.

• Experience supporting finance operations across multiple countries or jurisdictions.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This position offers finance professionals an opportunity to work in an internationally recognized organization while developing expertise in financial operations, compliance, reporting, and strategic business support in a multicultural environment.