Advertising & Promotional Controller

Nairobi
Full time
Any Experience
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Job Description

We’re looking for an Advertising & Promotional Controller who enjoys partnering with Marketing teams and turning numbers into strategic insights. The person will also take ownership of A&P spend, ensure strong financial governance, and support business growth.Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborating with teams to build the annual Advertising & Promotion budget, ensuring alignment with the brand’s strategic priorities and the department’s financial targets.
  • Breaking down the annual budget into monthly and quarterly "phasing".
  • Participating in the trend process to reallocate resources based on market performance or changing business needs.
  • Monitoring Purchase Orders (POs) and ensuring that every expense is correctly categorized.
  • Ensuring that all A&P spend adheres to Group internal control rules and procurement policies.
  • Providing insights to the Finance Director and Brand Teams on how A&P fluctuations impact the overall P&L.
  • Acting as the primary financial point of contact for Marketing teams, helping them understand their "Remaining to Spend" and educating them on the best financial practices.
  • Preparing documentation for internal or external audits to justify A&P investments and process integrity.
Requirements Skills, Knowledge & CompetenciesYou are a great fit if you have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in Financial Controlling or Management Accounting.
  • Experience in FMCG is an added advantage
  • Proficiency in SAP is a plus
  • Advanced excel proficiency

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