Finance Manager

Brackenfell
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting Finance
Reference: 9952

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Exceed Human Resource Consultants

Business Development
Serve as a business partner to the MD on the organization’s financial, budgeting, and administrative processes
Support business development strategies with financial analysis and due diligence specifically related to Africa
Develop and implement cost saving initiatives and ensure the best use of company resources
Facilitate negotiations of commercial terms related to contract for irrigation projects in Africa
Financial Management
Review and approve preparation and finalisation of monthly and annual financial reporting materials and metrics
Ensure Statutory Accounts are paid on time
Responsible personally for General Ledger and Financial Statements – Balance Sheets, Income Statements, Fixed Assets and Intercompany reconciliation
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports. Advises management of actions and potential risks
Manages budget and controls expenses effectively
Keeps up-to-date on information and technology affecting functional area(s) to increase innovation and ensure compliance
Coordinate all audit activities
Oversee, along with Supply Chain Manager, the forecasting process
Responsible to drive and coordinate internal Annual Operating Plan
Manage and mentor staff in finance department
Ensure employees in relevant departments are more efficient regarding administrations systems through co-operative management
Hires, trains, develops, and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with Human Resources as appropriate.

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (CA preferred) in Accounting, Business, or Finance.
8+ years relevant experience and 3+ years management experience
Excellent communication and people skills, with experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary and diverse team.
Demonstrated experience in financial management and accounting.
Experience should include legal, audit, compliance, budget, and resource development.
Experience with International Companies – as a preference
Technologically savvy, with an ability to point to examples of having worked with IT staff to develop and implement new processes and systems that increased efficiency.
Flexible and a self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented.
Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
Good experiences in working in a multicultural environment.
Experience with ERP (SAP) systems
Experience on manufacturing companies
Experience in cross border trading incl tax regulations in African countries – as a preference
Ability to work under pressure and short deadlines.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment.