# Finance Officer (Forex, Nairobi)

> FP Markets · Nairobi, Kenya · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-09

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Finance

## Description

**FP Markets** is a well-established multi-regulated financial services group, offering clients access to a wide range of investment and trading products including Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, and Cryptocurrencies.

We are growing and looking to recruit a Full-time Finance Officer based in Nairobi, Kenya.

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and compliance-driven Finance Officer to oversee the financial management and regulatory reporting functions of our CMA-licensed entity in Kenya. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting within the capital markets or financial services sector, a thorough understanding of CMA regulatory requirements, and a proven ability to manage complex reporting obligations in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

### **Responsibilities:**

-   Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, quarterly financial returns, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS
-   Compute and monitor liquid capital adequacy ratios and ensure the entity remains above CMA minimum thresholds at all times
-   Prepare and submit all statutory returns to the Capital Markets Authority within stipulated deadlines
-   Maintain strict segregation of client funds from company funds and perform daily client fund reconciliations
-   Manage the full tax compliance cycle via KRA iTax
-   Coordinate external and internal audits, prepare comprehensive audit files, and implement audit recommendations
-   Oversee treasury and cash flow management, including weekly cash flow forecasting and banking relationships
-   Lead the annual budgeting process and prepare monthly budget vs. actual variance reports for senior management
-   Prepare Board and Finance/Audit Committee packs and present financial performance to senior leadership
-   Maintain internal financial controls, SOPs, and contribute to the entity's risk register
-   Liaise with the CMA, KRA, external auditors, and other regulators on financial matters

### **Candidate Profile:**

-   Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
-   3–5 years of experience in a finance or accounting role within a CMA-licensed entity, or financial services company is a must
-   CPA(K) fully qualified and active member in good standing with ICPAK
-   Strong working knowledge of the CMA Act (Cap. 485A) and relevant subsidiary regulations is an added advantage
-   Solid understanding of IFRS, capital adequacy frameworks, and client fund rules
-   Proficiency in accounting software (XERO, Atlas, QuickBooks, or similar ERP) and advanced MS Excel
-   Familiarity with KRA iTax platform for end-to-end tax compliance
-   Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
-   High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently under tight deadlines

### **Our Offer:**

-   Welcoming, young and multicultural team with approachable leadership
-   Ability to contribute to dynamic business at a growth phase
-   High level of autonomy, support of ideas and putting your expertise into the best practices for the company
-   Continuous personal development, training budget, growth with the company and opportunity to learn from industry leaders
-   Competitive remuneration, regular salary reviews and performance-based incentive schemes
-   Vibrant company life

### **Journey to FP Markets:**

-   Interview with HR (30–45 min) to assess match to our culture and baseline qualifications
-   Interview with your future manager (45 min – 1 hour) to assess match to the job, team fit, and discuss role expectations

Join our team and be part of a professional, rapidly growing company operating in a multicultural, multi-regulated environment!

## Apply

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