Finance Manager (Financial Technology) at iRecruiters Africa Limited

Key Responsibilities

Treasury:

• Manage cash flow forecasting, planning, and optimization.
• Oversee daily cash management, including funding and liquidity.
• Develop and maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions.

Tax Compliance and Management:

• Oversee VAT and corporate tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and implement necessary adjustments to tax strategies.

Project Finance

• Evaluate and structure project financing options.
• Manage project-related financial reporting and analysis.

Risk Management

• Identify and manage financial risks.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial losses.
• Monitor and report on market risks and exposure.

Supply Chain Finance

• Develop and implement supply chain financing solutions.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and partners.

ERP Administration:

• Oversee ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle) implementation and maintenance.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy.

Compliance

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (e.g., AML/KYC etc.)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations.

Cash Flow Management

• Analyze and manage company cash flows.
• Develop strategies to optimize working capital.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, and/or ACA, ACCA certification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in finance operations, preferably in consulting and asset management/investment firm.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of accounting, controls, tax, and compliance.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting tools.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Certification in risk management (e.g., CRPM, RMP or any accredited risk management program).
• Familiarity with payment industry regulations.