Head of Centre of Excellence-Finance

  • Kenya
Senior Finance Executive and Licensed CPA (K) with 16+ years of leadership experience driving multi-country finance operations, shared services transformation, and AI-enabled innovation across Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Currently leading the Finance Centre of Excellence at Sucafina SA (Switzerland), overseeing operations across 11 African markets. Proven track record in building and scaling Finance Shared Service Centers, leading complex ERP and digital transformation programs, and delivering operational efficiency and cost optimization at scale.
Recognized as a global AI champion in finance, spearheading adoption of automation and data-driven decision-making across multiple regions.
Leads high-performing teams of 80+ professionals and partners with executive leadership to drive strategic finance transformation and governance.
Master’s in Finance (University of Nairobi) | PhD Candidate, Strategic Management
Deep expertise in IFRS, international reporting, and regulatory compliance across diverse markets.
  • Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Multi-Country Finance Operations
  • Finance Shared Services (FSSC) Transformation
  • AI-Driven Finance Innovation
  • Digital Transformation & ERP Programs
  • Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization
  • IFRS & Global Regulatory Compliance
  • Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
  • English and Kiswahili
  • Head of Finance Centre of Excellence-Africa at   SUCAFINA SA  
  • October, 2024 -
  • Purchase to Pay Manager-Finance Shared Service Centre at   SGS KENYA LTD  
  • October, 2019 - September, 2024