FINANCE MANAGER- AFC Holdings

DESCRIPTION

AFC Holdings seeks to recruit a Group Finance Manager . Reporting to the Group Finance Director , the Group Finance Manager provides support across a variety of functions and SBUs , including Group Financial management and reporting . the position ensures financial integrity of the Group and provides consolidated financial plans and reporting for the Group

DUTIES
Overseeing the finance & accounting function of the group
Overseeing financial and accounting system controls and standards used by the group
Preparing consolidated budgets and providing budget guidance to subsidiaries in line with the overall groups strategy , forecasts and other financial plans
Coordinating the development of the Group budget for approval by the Group Finance Director to ensure that resources are provided well in advance for the group`s divisions to execute their duties

Monitoring budget performance to ensure that any significant deviations are analyzed and actioned upon
Preparing group reports on a regular basis for management , regulator and tax authorities among others
Liasing with external auditors to ensure that audits are properly planned , carried out and that financial reports are prepared within set timelines

REQUIREMENTS
Solid understanding of financial management and accounting
Strong stakeholder relations acumen
Exceptional analytical and decision making abilities
A bachelor’s Degree in accounting or equivalent
A professional course such as CIMA , ACCA , CAZ or equivalent is desirable

Relevant postgraduate qualification such as a masters in business administration degree (MBA) or MBL will be an added advantage
8 years working experience in finance , 5 years of which should be at senior management level