Financial Manager

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Financial Manager to lead the financial (outsourced) administrative and procurement functions for a major Operation and Maintenance joint venture with annual turnover of approx. 400 MQAR. The manager will play a critical role in the start-up phase of the project and throughout its operational lifecycle helping to structure the joint ventures financial governance establishing financial robust processes managing the financial supplier information system and supporting strategic and operation decision making. The position combines hands-on leadership with high level strategic coordination among the JV partners

Key Responsibilities:

Start-up Phase

• Define and implement financial and administrative procedures tailored to the projects needs in coordination with the JV partners (2) and financial supplier.
• Lead the selection implementation and roll-out of the ERP and other information systems.
• Set-up consolidated reporting frameworks that meet both operational needs and JV members requirement
• Set up internal control processes risk management frameworks and governance tools.
• Support the onboarding of finance supplier.
• Coordinate with legal tax and audit advisors during the structuring and launch phase.
• Ensure proper contractual compliance and risk mitigation from a finance and tax perspective

Financial Management

• Oversee budgeting forecasting cash management and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards tax regulations JV agreement and contractual obligations.
• Monitor project performance KPIs and provide decision-making support to project leadership.
• Lead monthly quarterly and annual financial closings in coordination with external auditors.
• Manage relations with banks insurers and financial suppliers.

Governance and JV Stakeholder Management

• Prepare financial reporting and presentations for the JV Board
• Act as a key interface with the financial teams of the JV participants
• Ensure financial transparency and alignment with shareholder expectations

Administrative & IT Oversight

• Supervise administrative functions (HR admin procurement support general services).
• Ensure timely and efficient procurement-to-payment and order-to-cash cycles.
• Maintain and upgrade the information system in line with project needs and growth.

Qualifications :

Profile & Requirements

• Masters degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior finance role ideally in infrastructure O&M or construction projects.
• Proven track record in project start-ups or greenfield environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems implementation (SAP Oracle etc.).
• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English.
• High level of integrity and resilience in fast-paced environments.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time