Oversee the following processes on behalf of the company and manage the financial health to drive business growth:
cash flow/liquidity management
credit and treasury controls
tax remittance and planning
financial data management, data integrity and record keeping
Ensuring consistency and effectiveness of accounting and finance systems, policies and procedures in areas not limited to the following:
monthly/quarterly/annual close process
account reconciliations
account audits
adjustment entries.
Prepare and review detailed financial analysis to illustrate key business drivers, performance indicators, identify financial risk, and determine the appropriate financial strategies to get desired results.
Working closely with operational leadership to pro-actively identify potential financial risks and opportunities, assess and interpret to local circumstances and implement workable solutions.
Performing quality assurance/analysis of all documentation including balance sheet accounts to ensure compliance, integrity of account balances/financial reporting and effectiveness of business processes.
Researching and advising on complex technical finance and accounting issues, ensuring periodic analysis of internal and external factors (monetary, fiscal and economic) that could affect profitability of the company or business investment
Financial Planning:
Manage and coordinate the preparation of the company’s budget while working with all departments to ensure their yearly and monthly budgets are accurately computed.
Coordinate and direct the preparation of financial forecasts and models for sound business decisions
Financial Reporting:
Coordinating the timely and accurate rendition of key financial and accounting reports not limited to the following to track financial status of the company:
financial statements
regulatory reporting
Imanagement accounts
cost analyses
key performance metrics,
budget and forecast variances
Accurate closure of monthly/quarterly/annual accounts in compliance with IAS & IFRS with proper accruals and provisions
Corporate & Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure compliance of all finance activities and documentation with local statutory, corporate and business practices, policies and requirements
Manage relationship with auditors to drive efficient and effective audit processes (audit planning, debrief meeting, audit fees etc.)
Coordinate with internal and external auditors and drive implementation of corrective actions arising from the audits and proactively work to prevent future issues / manage risk.
Manage relationship with government authorities and tax advisors to drive efficient and effective tax processes (CIT/ VAT/WHT tax returns preparation)
Leadership & Team Management:
Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational and transactional processes impacting the financial statements, including closing, reporting and analysis
Manage and coach an accounting team that is:
able to exhibit to a great depth of the organization’s values, culture and show continuous growth in personal, departmental and organizational development.
Able to perform efficiently while diligently following the standard accounting processes of the organization and the regulations provided by the government.
Support commercial and operations leaders/teams to understand financial/accounting implications of transactions and other matters by providing expertise and technical accounting guidance.
Carry-out other functions that may be assigned by the company from time-to-time in attainment of the department goals
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related fields (Master’s degree in Business Administration will be advantageous)
ACCA, ICAN or CIMA certification is mandatory
Minimum of 7 years experience in finance (experience in poultry industry will be advantageous); with proven leadership and or 3-5years senior management experience in finance
Functional Competencies/Requirements:
Strong domain knowledge in accounting, finance and economics of livestock industry and business
Proficiency in modern accounting and finance productivity tools and software
Fiscal prudence and management
Business Analytics and Modelling skills
Financial information Management and reporting
Tax planning and management
Risk management
Strategic alliance and management
Performance management
Relationship Management
Strong understanding of regulatory laws and standards
General Management Competencies/Requirements:
Strong Leadership skills
Strong Oral and Written Communication skills
Strong Presentation Skills
Strong Negotiation Skills
Strong People Management Skills
Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate effectively
