Management Accountant Job ARC Ride

Looking for an accounting job in Kenya? ARC Ride is recruiting a Management Accountant. Based in Nairobi, the role requires strong financial analysis skills to manage budgeting, cost control, and financial planning.

Reports To: The role reports directly to the Financial Controller, with collaborative engagement expected with the Chief Finance Officer and the broader leadership team.
Start Date: Immediately
Application Deadline: Rolling basis (applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is successfully filled)

About Us

ARC Ride is at the forefront of the e-mobility revolution sweeping across Africa, leading the charge to enable the mass adoption of Affordable, Reliable, and Clean transportation. This is based on our market-leading battery-as-a-service (BaaS) infrastructure solution that is driving the transition to clean two and three wheel mobility systems in Africa.

The Role

The Management Account will oversee financial management, reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning for Kenyan operations. This role ensures strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective decision-making to support ARC Ride’s sustainable growth and expansion.

Join a fast-growing, innovative company at an exciting time as we rapidly scale within the renewable mobility space. As the Management Accountant, you will be a key financial leader, driving Kenyan financial management, compliance, and strategic planning for our EV assembly and manufacturing operations. Your financial leadership will have an immediate, visible impact on our mission for cleaner cities and greener transportation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management, Reporting & Control

• Prepare and review accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts in compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Regionalize financial reports and provide timely, actionable insights to top management.
• Manage the monthly close process, reporting calendar, and standardize financial processes across the region.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls and governance systems across all countries of operation to ensure successful audits (Target: 0 major findings).
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
• Lead the Kenyan budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring high alignment with business goals (Target: ≥ 95% accuracy).
• Conduct financial analysis for strategic initiatives, including market expansion,
• capacity scaling, and capital investments (CAPEX).
• Support pricing systems, cost structures, and margin analysis essential for EV assembly and manufacturing.
• Conduct investment appraisals, feasibility studies, and financial due diligence for new projects and partnerships.

Cost Management & Operational Finance

• Collaborate closely with supply chain, operations, and procurement to identify and implement strategies to optimize manufacturing and assembly costs (Target: ≥ 10% YoY efficiency gains).
• Track inventory valuation and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
• Act as a key financial consultant to regional leaders, enabling sound operational and strategic decision-making.

Tax & Compliance

• Oversee all financial activities within Kenya, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury operations to maintain high liquidity coverage (Target: ≥ 100% of obligations).
• Oversee and ensure compliance with all local tax regulations (corporate income tax, VAT, customs duty, transfer pricing), statutory reporting, and regulatory obligations (Target: 100% adherence).
• Support foreign exchange risk management and international transactions.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, managing relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and consultants.

Leadership, Systems & Team Oversight

• Directly manage and guide the Kenya Finance team, ensuring reporting timelines and quality are consistently maintained.
• Standardize and optimize financial systems, policies, and processes across the region.
• Drive the implementation and optimization of ERP and other financial systems.
• Develop board-level reports, financial presentations, and performance dashboards for stakeholder management.

Requirements

Education & Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent) is required.
• A Master’s degree in Finance or Business is a strong advantage.

Experience & Expertise

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive finance experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial operations, including statutory reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory filings.
• Proven experience in industries with complex supply chains and manufacturing, ideally within automotive, EV, or industrial sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and local accounting standards, with practical application across diverse markets.
• Expertise in treasury operations, including cash flow management, foreign exchange risk mitigation, and international transactions.
• Familiarity with regional tax frameworks (corporate tax, VAT, customs duty, transfer pricing), with the ability to structure compliant yet commercially efficient solutions.

Desired

• A strong foundation in a Big Four accounting firm, providing exposure to complex audits, tax advisory, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Skilled in ERP implementation and financial systems harmonization, ensuring consistency and scalability across regions.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with a track record of mentoring finance professionals and building high-performing teams.

Why Join Us

• Impact: Work in a fast-growing, innovative startup where your financial leadership has immediate, visible impact.
• Mission: Be part of a mission-driven team committed to cleaner cities and greener transportation.
• Compensation: Competitive compensation package.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume to HR@arcrideglobal.com

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for this role.