Head of Financial Reporting

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Head of Financial Reporting position at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd in Nairobi. Requires 8-10 years experience, BA/BSc/HND or MBA or professional certification. Full-time role in finance/accounting/audit.

• Full-time position in Nairobi
• 8-10 years experience required
• Professional qualification preferred

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Head of Financial Reporting at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd July, 2026 | MyJobMag Login Signup Employers Kenya Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa UK Jobs Career Advice Post Job Search for Jobs Nairobi Mombasa Baringo Bomet Bungoma Busia Chuka Eldoret Elgeyo Marakwet Embu Garissa Homa Bay Isiolo Kajiado Kakamega Karatina Kericho Kerugoya Kiambu Kilifi Kirinyaga Kisii Kisumu Kitale Kitengela Kitui Kwale Laikipia Lamu Machakos Makueni Mandera Marsabit Meru Migori Muranga Nakuru Nandi Nanyuki Narok Nyamira Nyandarua Nyeri Samburu Siaya Taita Taveta Tana River Tharaka Nithi Thika Trans Nzoia Turkana Uasin Gishu Vihiga Wajir West Pokot Administration / Facilities Agriculture / Agro-Allied Art / Crafts / Languages Aviation / Aerospace Banking Bursary and Scholarships Caregiver / Nanny / Social Workers Catering / Confectionery Construction and Site Engineering Consultancy Content, Editorial and Journalism Customer Care, Success and Service Data, Business Analysis and AI Driving Education / Teaching / Training Engineering / Technical Environment Health and Safety Finance / Accounting / Audit Food, Beverage and Hospitality General Graduate Jobs Human Resources / HR ICT / Computer Insurance Internships Janitorial Services Legal and Regulatory Logistics Manufacturing Marketing and Communication Media Production and Entertainment Medical / Healthcare NGO/Non-Profit Oil and Gas, Energy and Mining Pharmaceutical Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain Product Management Project and Program Management Real Estate Research and Development RFP / RFQ / EOI Risk Management and Compliance Sales and Business Development Science Security / Intelligence Shipping and Maritime Sports, Fitness and Personal Care Strategic and Top Management Travels and Tours UX, Design and Architecture Volunteer BA/BSc/HND Diploma First School Leaving Certificate KCSE MBA/MSc/MA Others PhD/Fellowship Postgraduate Diploma Professional Certificate Vocational Close Detailed Search X Send this job to a friend Type the email of your friend Enter your email Type Your Email Message I think you may be interested in this position - Head of Financial Reporting at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd. This is the link: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/job/head-of-financial-reporting-apa-life-assurance-company-ltd?utm_source=email_friend. Copy and paste link on browser if link is not working. Check it out! X Did you notice an error or suspect this job is scam? Tell us. Enter your email Type Your Message Head of Financial Reporting at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd View Jobs in Insurance / View Jobs at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd Posted: Jul 23, 2026 Deadline: Jul 30, 2026 Save Email @gmail.com @yahoo.com @outlook.com Never pay for any notarisation, certificate or assessment as part of any recruitment process. When in doubt, contact us Apollo Group (Apollo Investments Limited)was an idea born from the need to harness synergies across the insurance business. Built on commitment, integrity and innovation, it has risen to be one of the leading financial groups in East Africa. Apollo Investments Limited (AIL) includes APA Insurance (Kenya and Uganda). It underwrites General Insurance risks ... Read more about this company Head of Financial Reporting Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate Experience 8 - 10 years Location Nairobi Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit KEY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and company policies with conjunction with the Actuarial function. Ensure timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Review general ledger balances and ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records ensuring all accounting entries, accruals, provisions, prepayments, and adjustments are properly recorded and supported. Prepare management accounts and financial performance reports for Executive Management and the Board. Monitor financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods and provide explanations for variances. Regulatory and Statutory Reporting Coordinate the preparation and submission of regulatory returns to the Insurance Regulatory Authority and other statutory bodies. Ensure compliance with IFRS, Companies Act requirements, tax legislation, and other applicable regulations while overseeing preparation of annual statutory FS and disclosures. Coordinate annual external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings. Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing financial controls and reporting efficiency. Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements and coordinate implementation activities. Budgeting and Financial Planning Support Support the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term business strategy planning processes. Provide financial analysis and reporting support to business units and management. Assist in