Reports to: Managing Director
Main Function
The Finance & Admin Executive is responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions of the organization. This includes financial planning, funding operations, investor relations, budgeting, and ensuring administrative efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience and a strong understanding of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements, funding structures, and financial compliance within the ICT sector.
Role Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Reporting
- Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and periodic financial reports to support business strategy and transparency.
Funding and Investment Oversight
- Manage PPP financial structures, investor relations, and fundraising activities to ensure alignment with business goals.
Cash Flow and Compliance Management
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including bank relations, compliance with tax regulations, and audit readiness.
Financial Modeling and Analysis
- Develop robust financial models and conduct variance and sensitivity analyses for investment decisions and project evaluation.
Administrative Operations
- Supervise office administration, procurement processes, and vendor contracts.
Stakeholder and Team Coordination
- Act as finance liason for external auditors, and funding partners, while executing administrative tasks for operational excellence
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Certifications
- A university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or CFA are highly preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in finance and administration.
- Proven track record managing PPPs, investors, and funding relationships.
- Previous experience in the ICT sector is an asset.
Skills
Financial Expertise
- Strong command of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. Sage, QuickBooks) and Excel modeling.
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge
- Solid understanding of financial laws, tax regulations, and corporate governance.
- Experience with financial audits and investor due diligence processes.
Strategic and Operational Insight
- Ability to link financial strategies to business objectives and provide informed recommendations.
Administrative Leadership
- Capable of organizing administrative systems, supervising support staff, and improving operational efficiency.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for investor presentations and internal reporting.
- Ability to engage with funders, legal teams, government bodies, and other key partners.
Organization and Time Management
- Exceptional multitasking, organization, and deadline-management abilities in a dynamic work environment.
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