Chief Financial Officer

Job Description : CFO TANZANIA CFO REPORTS TO: CEO PRIMARY DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA We are currently looking for a seasoned CFO. The ideal candidate can be a local citizen or an experienced Expatriate with relevant Chartered Accounting qualifications. Background in Logistics, Procurement & Mining will be advantageous. Nett Salary on offer - US$8500-US$11000 depending on experience Company Size - 50+ employees PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The primary role of the job is to oversee activities within the finance department, drive financial planning of the company by analysing its performance and risks, retain constant awareness of the company's financial position, enhance financial control systems, periodic financial/management reporting and manage the finance team. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Leading and managing the performance of the finance team - Recruitment and Training Finance Staff - Developing and reviewing financial policies and standard operating processes (SOPs) - Review and preparation of timely Financial and Management reports together with commentaries - Responsible for annual budget - Liaising with external auditors, regulators and other third parties - Enhancing internal control systems within the company - Management of cost-saving initiatives and other Financial strategic initiatives -Petty Cash Management and Control - Cash flow management and optimization - Manage a collection of cash from customers - Ensure the company remain tax compliant and manages tax audits - Point of contact with regulators and all external parties on all finance-related matters - Project analysis/comparison using discounted cash flows - Foreign exchange management and execution - Dividend management - Board pack preparation and participation - Any other duties that the job holder may be allocated from time to time MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - A bachelor's degree in finance - ACCA or CPA qualification - Served articles with big 4 auditing firm WORK EXPERIENCE: - Minimum 10 years experience in a finance role, 5 of which must be at a senior management level - Experience in working with accounting systems - Experience in managing a large team within a finance department COMPETENCIES: - Sound knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices - Sound knowledge of TRA and tax matters are ideal but not a prerequisite, as well as staying abreast of all relevant regulations -Financial planning and reporting skills - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Leadership and management skills - People development skills - Proficient in the use of MS Office and accounting systems

---