Financial Controller

Job Description : FC JINJA UGANDA a Financial Controller to take responsibility for the financial stewardship of all operations in Uganda & Rwanda. With the GM & Management Team set objectives for the various business units in line with group strategy. Assist the MD to liaise with partners on strategic issues and decisions. Key Responsibilities: Strategy development, implementation and alignment Assist the GM and function heads to formulate future direction, strategy and supporting tactical initiatives for Uganda & Rwanda (this includes fostering and cultivating internal and external stakeholder relationships) Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans and develop finance strategies and objectives aligned to these plans Develop financial operating performance measures that support the company’s strategic direction in alignment with group performance reporting requirements Financial reporting Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, forecasts and business performance analysis Ensure processes are in place to complete Management Accounts, Group Reporting Package Reporting requirements on a timely and accurate basis; investigate problem areas and develop action plans to address and remediate these Budget setting, management and forecasting Drive and facilitate budgeting process with input from different cost centres Ensure timely identification of variances to budget to be able to drive the correct behaviours to achieve financial objectives Provide updated rolling six monthly forecast Governance and Compliance Externally, comply and adhere to all regulatory compliance and legislation to protect and reflect the financial position and reputation of the company Internally, set standards, monitor compliance whilst holding individuals accountable; regularly assess standards for relevance Company Secretarial: Ensure timely compliance of matters related to issue of shares, its transfer, transmission etc. & up to date maintenance of records relating to members, their shareholdings etc. & other statutory records prescribed under the Companies Act. Ensure timely & correct filing of various forms, returns etc. with, the office of Registrar of Companies & related compliances. Risk Management Understand and evaluate the companies risk profile and, together with the local GM, Regional CEO, Africa CFO and Partners develop and implement action plans and mitigation strategies Stakeholder Relations Engage with the Africa CFO to represent the company internally and externally on Finance matters Lead by example in building strong internal and external relationships, displaying excellent abilities to initiate strategic dialogue and listen, advise, influence, negotiate and make presentations at all levels Liaise with partners on results presentations and to gain approvals for items reserved for their decisions, e.g. investments and strategy items. People Management: To ensure all people management is executed according to the company practices and principles, in terms of recruitment, training and development, remuneration, performance management and change management. Drive and instil the company's values at all levels SEQ: To ensure constant adherence and compliance to company HSEQ and security standards, local by-laws, standards and legislation to minimise all risk pertaining to company assets and protection of life. Key Skills: Highly entrepreneurial organization. Travel will be required within Uganda and Rwanda and Internationally. Uganda operations are spread out with the plantation being 7-hour drive from the HQ. Required to work with partners and align their vision and goals to those of the company, specifically in relation to staffing, systems and controls Qualifications: CA / CPA (essential) Master’s degree in Finance or business (preferred) 12+ years proven professional and leadership experience in a senior finance function Sound financial reporting skills, including solid experience and exposure to IFRS and auditing standards Mergers & Acquisitions experience (preferred) Comprehensive risk management and compliance skills, including knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Companies Act and exchange control legislation) Solid knowledge of local and international taxation practices, including deal structuring ERP system knowledge (SAP knowledge advantageous) Commodity trading, processing and/or manufacturing experience (preferred) Experience of working into Africa (preferred) Solid knowledge of the MS Office Suite, SAP and/or comparable ERP Track record of strong integrity and ethics Critical behavioural competencies required: Strategic Leadership, Judgement and Decision-making, Influencing and Negotiation, Business Insight, Financial Acumen, Practical Execution Management, Monitoring.

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