Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the company’s finances, financial reporting, business planning, and budgetary control.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting
Professional qualification in CPA (K)/ACCA
Postgraduate qualifications in Accountancy or Finance, Economics, Business Administration or Management a plus
Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in Accounting & Financial Management, 2 of these in a managerial role
Experience working in a microfinance institution will be an added advantage
Demonstrate working knowledge of ERP systems, Computer Literacy & proficiency in Accounting systems – SAGE
High levels of integrity, strong management/interpersonal skills, and analytical skills
Strong analytical and computer skills, especially with accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial analysis.
Able to interpret and clearly explain complex financial data to non-finance staff.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving, conflict, ethical management skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail
An analytical mind
Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships
Commercial and business awareness
Good communication skills – both written and verbal
A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
Ability to stick to time constraints
Responsibilities
Working with the current finance, program, and development staff to support and expand the strategic capacity of the financial function.
Identification of the financial goals of the organization and options to achieve them.
Analyzing data and making financial decisions
Making cash flow forecasts
Reviewing and approving of bank reconciliations.
Approving the bid analysis/report for all purchases.
Modifying the master supplier files.
Payroll and statutory management
Modifying of General Accounts this includes: adding, deleting, mapping.
Approving of all changes in the General Ledger Accounts.
Approving of all Journal Entries.
Approving of all project accounts invoices.
Conducting departmental appraisals.
Tracking and monitoring of all payable and revenue transactions.
Tracking and monitoring of all cash transactions.
Review and approval of management accounts.
Preparation of all budgets and ensuring budgetary control.
Ensuring cost management and control measures are adhered to by all.
Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree
Required relevant work experience
: 5 years
Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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