Chief Financial Officer

12 hours ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Rise Vest Full time $1,200,000 - $2,400,000 per year

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Finance Manager

Location: Remote (Kenya)
Department: Operations & Business Development
Reports to: Head of Operations

About Rise

Risevest is a digital wealth management company helping individuals across Africa build long-term wealth through expert-managed investment portfolios. With a mission to make investing simple, transparent, and accessible, Risevest empowers users to grow and preserve their wealth through global and local asset classes. We are a certified Great Place to Work 2025, with a culture of innovation, excellence, and impact.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer / Finance Manager for our subsidiary, Hisa, a stock trading company allowing everyday Africans to easily invest in both local and global assets including stocks, ETFs, bonds and alternative investments. 

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Finance Manager will oversee Hisa's financial operations, ensure compliance with CMA regulatory standards, support license application processes, and manage financial planning, reporting, and risk oversight.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit readiness.
  • Ensure full compliance with CMA regulatory requirements for licensed investment service providers.
  • Prepare financial statements, management accounts, and statutory reports.
  • Develop internal financial controls, risk controls, and financial policies.
  • Manage treasury, cashflow planning, and reconciliation of local and USD wallets.
  • Oversee tax compliance, payroll, and statutory remittances.
  • Support due diligence, investor reporting, and financial modeling for strategic initiatives.
  • Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and financial partners.
  • Contribute to corporate governance processes and board reporting.
  • Oversee finance systems, operational efficiency, and process automation.

What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) and active ICPAK membership.
  • 5 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting.
  • A master's degree or MBA is an added advantage.
  • Experience working in fintech, investment firms, or regulated financial institutions preferred.
  • Experience with CMA reporting, regulatory audits, or working in a licensed financial institution is highly preferred.

You'll Thrive in this Role If You Have:

  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and Kenyan tax laws.
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
  • High integrity and strong decision-making ability.
  • Experience with financial systems and automation tools.

Why Rise?

  • Opportunity to drive meaningful impact across a fast-growing pan-African fintech.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Flexible work setup and supportive, mission-driven culture.
  • Health insurance, paid time off, pension contributions, parental leave, and learning opportunities.
  • Work with a team obsessed with excellence, transparency, and innovation.

Rise is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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