Job Summary
Desired attributes :
- Remarkable integrity
- High numeracy and sound technical skills
- An analytical approach to work
- Problem-solving skills and initiative
- Negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
- Strong attention to detail and an investigative nature
- Good IT skills
- Additional certification (CPA, CMA or CFA) is a plus
Duties And Responsibilities
Role:
- Manage the financial health of the organisation to promote success and growth
- Oversee the operations and development of the company’s finance department including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures
- Review company and market financial status and create forecasts to identify risks and opportunities and create strategic business plans based on the analysis
- Speak, write and present information clearly to explain financial data to executives and make recommendations on decisions related to the company’s finances
- Develop prudent financial plans to determine how to pay off liabilities, increase profit and grow the business
- Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations
- Monitor and enforce compliance with statutory bodies as well as financial reporting standards and legal financial practices
- Assist with cash flow forecasting
- Collaborate with other departments to achieve monetary goals
- Mediate between the organisation, employees, stakeholders, shareholders and investors on financial issues for amicable resolution of differences
- Successful candidates will be required to provide a police clearance
Qualifications And Experience
Minimum Requirements:
- Masters degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or similar (ACCA - Strategic Professional Qualification)
- At least 5 years of proven work experience in a similar role
- Proficient computer skills, particularly spreadsheet software
- Criminal Free Record
- Clean Class 4 Driver’s License
How To Apply
Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and at least two reference letters to hr@almondafrica.com