About Silverline Industries
Silverline Industries is a textile and garment manufacturing company that produces workwear uniforms, hospital scrubs, hotel linens, and promotional apparel. The factory, located in Export Processing Zone Athi River, employs 600 machinists and support staff and operates forty-eight production lines. Founded in 2007, Silverline supplies uniforms to hospitals, hotels, security firms, and corporate clients across East Africa and also exports to the US under AGOA preferences. The company is WRAP-certified and complies with local and international labour standards.
What you will do:
You will take charge of the company's financial planning and analysis function, preparing budgets, forecasts, and management reports that inform strategic decisions. This involves building financial models in Excel, analysing revenue and cost trends, and presenting findings to senior leadership on a monthly basis. You will also monitor departmental spending against approved budgets and flag variances that require attention. The role includes coordinating with external auditors during the annual audit, preparing audit schedules, and resolving any queries they raise. On the tax side, you will compute and file monthly PAYE, VAT, and NSSF returns and ensure the company remains compliant with KRA requirements. You will also manage relationships with the company's bankers, handling loan drawdowns, interest payments, and foreign currency transactions. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working under pressure during peak periods such as month-end and year-end closings.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; a Master's degree is an added advantage
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate organisational goals into actionable plans
- Professional certification in the relevant field (e.g. CPA, PMP, CIPS, or equivalent)
- Experience managing budgets and reporting to senior leadership
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
To apply, submit your application through the apply button below. Include your CV, a cover letter, and copies of your academic and professional certificates. Silverline Industries is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, or ethnic background.
