SSA GeoZone Finance Manager

Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?Would you like to take ownership of our financial planning and analysis?

Join our team

Our Finance Team provides support to the business by managing the closing of books worldwide. We are in contact with local and regional business controllership teams. Our services include preparatory and closing activities in closing, reporting and Intercompany areas.

Partner with the best

The SSA GeoZone Finance Manager will serve as the strategic finance partner for the OFSE SSA GeoZone, providing financial leadership, operational insight, and commercial support across the region. Based in Kenya this role reports directly to the ENSC and SSA GeoZones Finance Leader and plays a critical role in driving financial performance, supporting business growth, and ensuring alignment with global OFSE priorities.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Strategic Finance Leadership 

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for the SSA GeoZone 
• Partner with GeoZone leadership to drive strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and operational efficiency 
• Provide financial insights and recommendations at a country level to support decision-making and resource allocation to drive profitability.

Operational & Commercial Support 

• Support regional commercial teams with pricing strategies, deal reviews, guarantee and business model optimization aligned with tax and treasury objectives". 
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and functional teams to drive cost control and productivity 
• Work closely with functional groups to ensure effective processes in place to mitigate country specific tax, audit related risks and recovery.
• Reduce Stranded cash both internal and external working with associated partners.  
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with internal controls 

Global Coordination & Governance 

• Align regional finance activities with global OFSE standards and segment priorities 
• Drive consistency in financial processes, tools, and reporting across the GeoZone 

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)  
• Have at least 8 years of progressive experience in in finance leadership roles, ideally within industrial or energy sectors  
• Have excellent understanding of product line economics, commercial finance, and operational drivers  
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams  
• Have experience managing teams across multiple locations and working in matrixed organization 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills 
• Have great verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with teams and customers
• Have experience of leading or working with teams to deliver successful projects and initiatives
• Be a good team player, enjoy collaborating and solving problems with others

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you Let's come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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