Director Financial Planning at T2 (Formerly 9Mobile)

Job Summary

Responsible for the management of the company's financial accounting strategy and contribute to the development of the organization's strategic goals

Oversee all accounting activities and ensure compliance with appropriate generally accepted accounting practices and standards

Develop and implement robust policies and procedures both in the finance and general operational realms
Principal Functions       

Strategic

• Develop innovative risk management vehicles to Improve the organization's financial  position
• Ensure alignment of the division's strategy with the corporate strategy, goals and objectives

Tactical

• Ensure incorporation of proper Internal control regime in all facets of company operations
• Provide leadership and strategic direction in the execution of the divisions work plans and programmes
• Take ownership of, and communicate department's strategic direction and objectives to staff
• Evolve and implement cost management strategies to monitor and control costs enterprise-wide
• Oversee tax administration (planning and compliance) company-wide
• Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the finance operations and support teams.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping top management informed of all critical financial issues.

Operational

• Authorise expenditure/transactions inline with the organisation's approved authority limits
• Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal control and financial procedures
• Coordinate the preparation of timely financial statements and ensure that the statements reflect the company's financial position and comply with statutory / regulatory requirements
• Manage the interface between the company and external auditors and regulators to ensure the organisation's financial interest is protected
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and develop harmonious relationships with the various tax authorities country-wide
• Ensure systems optimization and operational efficiency
• Manage the human and material resources of the division to optimize performance and enhance output
• Assign detailed responsibilities to subordinates and supervise them to ensure timely delivery of high quality results
• Motivate, mentor, coach, guide and ensure knowledge transfer and capacity building in subordinates
• Act on behalf of and perform any other duties that may be assigned by the CFO.

Educational Requirements

• First degree in a relevant discipline
• Post graduate/relevant professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CFA) is mandatory
• Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience with at least Three (3) years at senior management level.