● Manage and structure the finance department and took a leading role in training and coaching the finance team.
● Prepare and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other management reports.
● Produce daily and monthly cash flows comparing budgeted costs to actual costs as well as predicting future revenues and financial commitments to plan ahead and prepare accordingly.
● Develop, maintain and analyze cost accounting and other financial reports that will lead to recommendations which will in turn help modify and improve business operations, revenues, and expenses.
● Oversee the management of inventory at the central location as well as provincial branches.
● Responsible for all aspects of company tax compliance.
● Liaise with internal and external auditors and complete statutory accounts.
● Coordinate with other finance managers within the same group to implement contractual obligations and ensure timely settlement of accounts.
● Ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and working effectively.
● Evaluate accounting systems, procedures, and practices and make appropriate recommendations for modifications and improvements.
● Responsible for the timely payment of salaries, travel expenses, and allowances to the employees in addition to taxes, insurance, and other government obligations and reporting on the same.
● Prepare fiscal financial statements including balance sheet and income statement.
Requirements
● Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Accounting.
● At least 10 years of experience as a financial manager.
● Sound accounting and commercial knowledge.
● Solid understanding of cost accounting concepts.
● Strong knowledge of Excel and local accounting packages.
● Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
● Team-oriented and strong leadership skills.
● Strong communication skills.