This position is accountable for leading the organization in developing financial and accounting policies, systems and processes, tax and regulatory requirements, financial controls, ongoing financial modeling and annual business plan.
Finance Manager Job Accountabilities
Accounting, Payroll, Financial Systems and Financial Controls
Responsible for the delivery of cost effective and efficient accounting and financial systems, policies and processes that meet the current and future business requirements of the organization.
Prepare the financial section of the annual report.
Ensure the Foundation is in compliance with all internal policies and relevant regulations and ensure filings are completed in a timely manner.
Develop and oversee the Internal Review function to ensure that finance and operations controls and policies are complied with in the organization. Ensure effective follow up processes are in place.
Manage the financial system, ensuing maximum productivity and that it meets the needs of the business today and the future.
Oversee the continuous improvement of Accounting and Financial Processes and the development of the team with the goal to achieve best practices and optimal output.
Develop and oversee accounting policies and procedures to meet both current and future business models.
Cash and Risk Management
Develop cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash forecast.
Management Reporting
Perform all financial management reporting for the organization.
Ensure financial management reporting tools and processes are in place to support the ongoing and future needs of the business.
Develop and prepare a monthly Management Reporting Package.
Present monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis of results.
Develop regular reporting and analysis, including key metrics reports, and conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required.
Budgeting and Financial Modeling
Develop and Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
Lead the quarterly outlook process.
Provide ongoing financial modeling and analysis expertise to business partners.
Lead the financial modeling and analysis to support the development of long-term strategic initiatives and business plans.
Special Projects as assigned by Directors.
Requirements for the Finance Manager Job
Strategic Thinking and Planning Skills
Experience with strategy development and implementation
Understanding and experience with re-engineering processes and large scale systems change
Strong business acumen
Ability to lead complex projects through to an end point
Managing and Leading
Able to communicate effectively and lead others through change and new strategic initiatives
Able to build effective teams, coach and develop others
An individual who seizes opportunities and takes initiative as appropriate
Influence and Interpersonal Effectiveness
Relationship building and rapport skills
Influencing and networking skills
Able to work with and through volunteer/expert relationships and associations and alliances
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Operational Effectiveness
Ability to grasp organization’s short- and long-term priorities and develop systems, processes and policies to support the achievement of them in a cost effective manner
On an ongoing basis, evaluated and prioritizes activities, focuses people resources against key business priorities
Other Requirements
Degree or significant experience in finance, accounting, or corporate finance required
5+ years experience preferably in a similar capacity and corporate environment
Exceptional Interpersonal skills, a collaborative style and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work effectively within time constraints
Knowledge of Financial software and tools
Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Education
The candidate should have CPA-K
Degree in B-com (finance or Accounting option)
Member of ICPAK will be an added advantage
Proficient in computers in depth knowledge in using the finance/Accounting systems and softwares
