Job Description
Financial Reporting
• Deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive financial and consolidated management reports to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with and manage external consultants such as auditors, legal advisors, and corporate secretarial services to ensure compliance and align with organizational goals.
• Lead and oversee the accounting department, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, implementing best practices to minimize risks.
• Analyze financial performance against targets and KPIs, providing actionable insights to enhance results.
• Manage month-end close processes, including general ledger updates, balance sheet reconciliations, and allocation of corporate/overhead costs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead the development of short- and long-term budgets and business plans in line with organizational objectives.
• Gather and assess relevant market and economic data to inform strategic financial planning.
• Evaluate costs and investments to ensure they align with company goals and promote financial sustainability.
• Conduct detailed performance analysis, highlighting opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Provide comprehensive evaluations of investment decisions, assessing potential returns and risks to guide strategy.
• Monitor trends and shifts in operational models to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Help set KPI targets that align with strategic goals and drive performance.
• Prepare and present detailed budget reports and presentations to senior management, clearly communicating financial strategies.
Financial Controls, Systems, and Asset Protection
• Support the development of tools and systems to deliver timely financial and operational data.
• Establish and maintain effective risk management strategies.
• Ensure robust internal controls, policies, and procedures are communicated and maintained.
Financing, Cash Management, Tax & Treasury
• Develop and implement tax minimization and transfer pricing strategies to optimize the organization's tax position.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, lead tax audits, and manage responses to regulatory inquiries.

The Successful Applicant
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a CA/CPA qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Finance Manager in a similar industry.
• Strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of international tax laws, with experience in African tax regulations being a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, able to simplify complex financial information.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, adept at addressing financial issues.
• Strong business acumen and ability to adapt to dynamic environments.
• Capable of working independently with minimal oversight while upholding high performance standards.
• Fast learner who thrives in high-pressure situations and efficiently manages time to meet deadlines.
What's on Offer
The candidate will have the opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization, with a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Job Requirements:

• >5 years of experience as a Finance Manager in a similar industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with CA/CPA qualification.