Finance Manager

• Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
• Advise on strategies that the company should take.
• Prepare Company budgets and business plans and monitor achievements on monthly basis
• Proficient in reporting MIS reports on weekly, monthly, yearly basis to the management
• Maintain the financial health of the organization.
• Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax regulations and industry legislation.
• Develop trends and projections for the firm’s finances.
• Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met.
• Liase with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• In depth knowledge of taxation like VAT, Income tax and other Corporate taxes applicable.
• Correspond with various other departments, discussing company plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.

Requirements

• Degree in finance/accounting or related (essential)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Financial Manager
• Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns
• Proficient user of finance software.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used
• A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
• Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
• Professional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plus