Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Financial Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the Finance Department and will play a key role in planning and executing the strategic financial management of the business.
The incumbent will support sound decision-making by ensuring best financial operating practices are implemented and maintained to enable sustainable and profitable business performance.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Financial Management
- Oversee various financial functions by reviewing financial information received from business units and incorporating it into meaningful management reports to support effective decision-making.
- Prepare, manage, review, and execute timely and accurate monthly consolidated financial results and Business Performance Review reports.
- Manage, review, and execute month-end management accounts.
- Plan and coordinate all external and internal audit processes.
Cost Control Management
- Review, manage, monitor, and influence the process of cost control for the entire business.
- Guide and advise Cost Centre Controllers on budgeting techniques, efficient planning, and effective cost control measures.
Product and Project Costing
- Manage, control, and maintain product and project costing structures.
- Compile financial feasibility studies for new products and projects under development.
- Monitor project performance and expenditure at a high level.
Business Performance Monitoring
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards.
- Measure business performance against Key Performance Indicators on a monthly basis.
Month-End Management
- Oversee that the SAP Controlling month-end procedure is executed timely and accurately within agreed timelines.
Capital Project Valuation
- Prepare and assist with the application of capital budgeting methodologies, including NPV, IRR, and buy-versus-lease analyses.
- Critique capital project plans based on accepted financial practices.
Enable Financial Resources
- Develop, improve, and implement financial controls across the business.
- Monitor financial control systems regularly and ensure compliance with established financial policies and procedures.
Departmental Management
- Manage the Finance Department through effective planning, coordination, and oversight of financial activities.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in a Financial Management position
- Strong financial accounting background
- Sound knowledge of internal financial controls
- Experience within an FMCG environment will be advantageous
The company ONLY accept applications vis their career portal. Interested candidates can apply via the link below:
Apply online via: O&L Career Portal
