Finance Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with a strong background in consolidation and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of financial closing processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing detailed analyses, and coordinating with auditors. This role requires robust analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Financial Closing & Reporting:

oOversee the accurate and timely closing of financial books at the end of each accounting period.

oEnsure compliance with accounting standards and IFRS during the closing process.

oEnsure proper booking of prepaid expenses and provisions.

oPrepare the fixed assets register and perform regular scrutiny of the balance sheet, profit & loss account, and cash flow statements.

oCoordinate the preparation of consolidated financial statements, including balance sheet, profit & loss, and cash flow analysis.

oPreparation of Board packs, investor reports, and audit schedules.

Financial Analysis & Planning:

oConduct in-depth analysis of assets and liabilities, as well as profit & loss accounts.

oPerform variance analysis comparing historical periods and budgeted figures.

oAnalyze working capital schedules, AR & AP ageing, and inventory ageing.

oAssist in the preparation of business plans and financial forecasts to support strategic decision-making.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

oDevelop annual budgets in coordination with department heads and business units.

oLead monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting processes.

oMonitor actual performance vs. budget and provide variance analysis with actionable insights.

oEnsure alignment of budgets with corporate goals and financial strategy.

oAssist in long-term financial planning and scenario analysis.

Auditing & Compliance:

oLiaise with internal and external auditors, coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process.

oProvide necessary documentation and clear explanations during audits and regulatory reviews.

oMaintain up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards to ensure full compliance.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls:

oReview and enhance financial processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.

oDevelop and implement best practices in financial consolidation and reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership:

oCommunicate complex financial information and strategic insights to senior management and key stakeholders.

oLead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals to ensure high performance and continuous professional growth.

oCollaborate with cross-functional teams including tax, treasury, and operations to ensure seamless financial operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
• Minimum 5-year post qualification experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good presentation skills.
• Good understanding of Accounting Standards
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Growth and target oriented.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working within dynamic, multi-entity organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• A detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.