Finance Operations Lead

Our client is looking for a Finance Operations Lead to take charge of financial operations statutory reporting governance and working capital management across the group. This is a leadership role for a finance professional who thrives on control accuracy and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment.

Youll lead a team of five Payables Credit Control Receivables Taxation & Compliance and Inventory Control Accountants and be a key partner in ensuring the integrity of the groups financial records and its regulatory compliance.

Financial Reporting & Period-End

• Lead monthly quarterly and annual close processes
  
• Prepare management accounts and board reporting packs
  
• Ensure IFRS and statutory compliance across all entities
  

Financial Controls & Governance

• Strengthen internal control frameworks and audit readiness
  
• Own reconciliations and ledger integrity
  
• Coordinate internal and external audits through to closure
  

Working Capital & Operational Finance

• Monitor debtor collections and supplier settlements
  
• Oversee manufacturing cost allocations and inventory valuation
  
• Drive EBITDA improvement through financial analysis and cost discipline
  
• Track budget vs. actual performance and lead corrective action
  

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure accurate timely settlement of PAYE VAT WHT WVAT and other statutory obligations
  
• Lead implementation of tax law and regulatory changes
  
• Manage tax audits and compliance risk
  

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop the finance operations team
  
• Standardize processes and improve ERP utilization
  
• Build a high-performance accountable finance culture
  

• Month-end close in 3 days with >99% reporting accuracy
  
• Nil compliance breaches minimal audit adjustments
  
• 100% of reconciliations completed monthly
  
• Debtor collections and supplier settlements >95% within terms
  
• 100% on-time statutory filings and payments