Finance Head

Job Description : FINANCE HEAD RWANDA a leading provider of electric two-wheelers and clean energy solutions. Key Responsibilities 1.Financial Management & Reporting · Oversee preparation of statutory and management financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow). · Ensure compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements. · Provide timely management dashboards and financial insights to leadership. 2.Budgeting, Forecasting & FP&A · Lead budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting aligned with business goals. · Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations. · Support strategic initiatives with robust financial modelling and scenario planning. 3.Cash Flow & Working Capital Management · Manage liquidity, optimize working capital, and ensure financial sustainability. · Monitor cash flow, debt obligations, and treasury activities. 4.Controls, Compliance & Governance · Establish and strengthen internal controls, risk management, and audit frameworks. · Ensure tax compliance, liaising with Rwanda Revenue Authority and regulators. · Lead statutory, internal, and external audits. 5.Manufacturing & Costing · Drive plant-level finance, costing, and inventory management. · Ensure accurate product costing and support margin improvement initiatives. 6.Leadership & Team Development · Revamp, strengthen, and mentor the local finance team. · Build processes and systems for a scaling organization. · Foster cross-functional collaboration and transparent communication. 7.Stakeholder Management · Act as the finance representative with government bodies, auditors, and financial institutions. · Maintain credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders. Key Requirements Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional certification required. 10–12 years of progressive finance leadership, with at least 5 years in a Finance Controller / Finance Head role. FMCG / Manufacturing / High-volume distribution setup; exposure to assembly/plant operations strongly preferred. Experience in startups or fast-scaling environments; hands-on with systems and processes. Strong knowledge of manufacturing finance & product costing. In-depth understanding of local Rwandan taxation, statutory compliance, and audits. Proficiency in ERP systems and reporting tools. Track record of working with regulators and tax authorities in Rwanda Experienced African finance professionals with proven track record in FMCG/Manufacturing. Strategic mindset with ability to execute hands-on. Business acumen with strong financial modelling skills. High integrity, transparency, and governance orientation. Ability to thrive in emerging market environments. Strong leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills. Required Skills Financial Analysis and Budgeting, Financial Reporting & Accounting, Cash Flow & Treasury Management, Manufacturing Finance & Costing, Taxation & Compliance, Internal Controls & Risk Management, Strategic Financial Planning, Resilience in Emerging Markets

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