Financial Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning and Analysis:
  • Develop and implement long-term financial strategies to support company growth and profitability. 
  • Prepare detailed financial statements, business activity reports, and forecasts.
  • Analyze market trends, identify opportunities for expansion and cost reduction, and provide strategic recommendations to senior management. 
  • Conduct business modeling and risk assessments to minimize financial risks.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
  • Monitor and manage budgets, providing regular updates and variance analysis to department heads and senior leadership.
• Financial Operations and Reporting:
  • Oversee all financial and accounting operations, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems.
• Cash Flow and Risk Management:
  • Monitor and interpret cash flows and predict future trends.
  • Manage the company’s cash flow, ensuring proper allocation and investment of funds.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Supervise and mentor the finance team, providing guidance and professional development.
  • Collaborate with other departments to align financial goals with overall business objectives. 
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external contacts such as bankers, auditors, and regulatory organizations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA, ACCA, CIMA) is highly preferred. 
  • Proven experience as a Financial Manager or in a similar senior financial role.
  • Experience in ICT, Light-current, or contracting industry is a plus.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of corporate financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies.  
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices, financial regulations, and tax laws. 
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities. 
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail. 
  • Strong commercial and business awareness.