Job Objective(s)
- To oversee and optimize core finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, payroll, and inventory accounting.
- The role ensures operational efficiency, compliance, and accurate financial processing and reporting to support business continuity and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations Oversight:
- Supervise day-to-day finance operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables, Treasury, Payroll, and Inventory Accounting.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions and reconciliations.
- Monitor and improve operational workflows and internal controls.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS and local regulations
- Ensure timely submission of statutory filings and tax returns
- Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax authorities
Treasury & Cash Management:
- Manage daily cash flow, bank reconciliations, and liquidity planning.
- Coordinate payment runs and ensures optimal use of banking facilities.
- Support financing activities and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions.
Accounts Payable & Receivable Management:
- Oversee vendor invoice processing, payment scheduling, and supplier reconciliations.
- Monitor customer collections, credit limits, and aging analysis.
- Resolve disputes and ensure compliance with payment terms and credit policies.
Strategic Support & Business Partnering:
- Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives and commercial decisions
- Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to improve profitability and cost efficiency
- Support investment analysis and capital expenditure planning
Payroll & Statutory Compliance:
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in line with statutory requirements.
- Coordinate tax filings, pension remittances, and other statutory deductions.
- Liaise with HR and external consultants on payroll audits and compliance.
Inventory & Cost Accounting:
- Collaborate with supply chain and warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory valuation.
- Monitor stock movements, shrinkage, and cost allocations.
- Support month-end and year-end inventory reconciliations.
Process Improvement & Automation:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Support ERP system upgrades and automation of routine finance tasks.
- Ensure data integrity and system controls across finance operations.
Reporting & Audit Support:
- Prepare operational finance reports and dashboards for management review.
- Support internal and external audits with documentation and reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. Design and implement financial controls to safeguard company assets
- Conduct periodic reviews of financial processes and policies Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor finance operations staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Conduct performance reviews, training, and succession planning.
- Promote collaboration and continuous improvement across the team.
Key Performance Indicators
- Quality & timeliness of reports
- Zero regulatory infraction
- SLA compliance levels
- Timeliness and accuracy of financial transactions
- Cash conversion cycle and working capital efficiency
- Invoice processing turnaround time
- Payroll accuracy and compliance rate
- Inventory reconciliation accuracy
- Audit readiness and number of exceptions
- Number of automated processes implemented
- Team performance and development
- Internal promotion rate
- Training hours per team member
Requirements
Professional Qualification/Certifications
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 7 - 10 years’ experience in finance operations, preferably in FMCG or Distribution
- Experience managing cross-functional finance teams
- ICAN/ACCA certification required.
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems and financial controls
- Must live within the Job proximity
Key Technical Skills/Requirements Soft Skills:
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Treasury & Cash Flow Management
- Payroll Processing & Statutory Compliance
- Inventory Accounting & Cost Control
- ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics)
- Financial Reconciliations & Reporting
- Internal Controls & Audit Support
- Leadership & People Management Attention to detail
- Problem solving Resilience and agility Integrity & confidentiality
- Business acumen and commercial orientation Data-driven decision-making
- Stakeholder engagement and influence
- Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
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