Finance Manager

Role Purpose

2. Financial Planning & Strategy

3. Accounting & Compliance

4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

5. Financial Controls & Process Improvement

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP/IFRS.
• Analyze financial performance, highlighting trends, variances, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide timely financial reports and insights to senior management with recommendations to improve financial efficiency and profitability.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for ongoing financial performance tracking.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.
• Create financial models and conduct scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide financial guidance for new investments, cost-reduction initiatives, pricing strategies, and CapEx planning.
• Partner with senior leadership to align financial objectives with overall business strategy and growth plans.
• Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, tax regulations (Zakat, VAT, WHT), and audit requirements.
• Oversee general accounting, month-end close, and ledger accuracy.
• Manage tax planning, tax return preparation, and coordination with external tax advisors.
• Lead internal and external audit processes and ensure audit readiness.
• Enforce financial discipline and compliance across the business units.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity.
• Oversee banking relationships, payment cycles, and treasury operations.
• Implement strategies to optimize cash utilization and minimize financial risks.
• Strengthen internal financial controls, SOPs, and governance frameworks.
• Implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and financial transparency.
• Ensure proper risk management and internal audit compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and capability building.
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor workload, and ensure timely deliverables.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional Certifications (highly preferred): ACA / ACCA / CPA / CIMA
  

Experience

• 12+ years total experience in Finance.
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial role leading finance teams.
• Experience in Agri, Manufacturing, FMCG, or multi-division business preferred.
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, taxation, budgeting, and compliance