The Standard Group PLC has named Wesley Kimosop as its new chief finance officer, the media company announced Tuesday.
Kimosop brings “a wealth of professional experience spanning over 17 years in the banking sector,” the company said in a statement.
He has previously held senior management roles responsible for strategies, budgets, controls and compliance at Kenyan banks including Access Bank, NCBA Bank and Diamond Trust Bank.
“He rose through the ranks to senior management,” the statement said.
Most recently, Kimosop worked at Access Bank as senior manager in charge of compliance, operating controls and retail banking.
“I look forward to applying my financial experience to contribute to the continued success of The Standard Group,” Kimosop said in the statement.
Kimosop’s appointment is effective December 1, according to Standard Group Secretary Millicent Ng’etich.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Nairobi and is a Certified Public Accountant in Kenya. Kimosop is currently pursuing a master’s in finance and investment at Kabarak University, the company said.
The Standard Group owns Kenya’s oldest newspaper, The Standard, as well as broadcasting stations.
