Finance Manager at Alan & Grant

Job Description

• Our client is an innovative real estate development company dedicated to resolving the housing deficit in Africa.

Job Summary

• The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the company by managing financial planning, budgeting, accounting, cash flow, and compliance.
• The role supports strategic decision-making by providing accurate financial reports, forecasts, and analysis related to property development, sales, leasing, and asset management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for projects and operations
• Monitor company cash flow, expenses, and profitability
• Prepare and present financial updates, performance reports, and forecasts to stakeholders
• Ensure transparent and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate company’s investment opportunities through financial modeling, feasibility studies, and ROI analysis
• Support capital raising initiatives including debt, equity, and project financing
• Support asset valuation exercises and impairment assessments
• Optimize asset returns through cost control, refinancing, and restructuring strategies
• Track project costs, construction expenses, and development budgets
• Analyze investment opportunities, ROI, and feasibility of new projects
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulators
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping and adherence to accounting standards
• Manage bank accounts, payments, and collections
• Ensure timely payment to vendors, contractors, and service providers
• Provide financial insights to management for decision-making
• Improve internal controls and financial processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CPA) is an advantage
• Minimum of 5–7 years experience in finance or accounting
• Prior experience in real estate or construction is highly preferred
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
• Knowledge of real estate financial operations
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
• High level of integrity and attention to detail
• Strong leadership and communication skills.