Country Finance Manager

Job Description : Country Finance Manager Location: Maputo / Beira / Nacala, Mozambique Salary range: 5 500 USD - 6 500 USD Monthly Basic Salary (Plus: company vehicle, cell phone, fuel and incentives.) A results driven and high performing client of mine is currently looking for a Country Financial Manager responsible for managing the day to day operational and technical accounting activities based in Mozambique. We are seeking a proactive, hands-on leader who takes ownership, drives tasks to completion and maintains consistent follow-through. The ideal candidate works with urgency, communicates effectively with stakeholders (including banks) and performs at a high level in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Qualifications required: ??BCom / BTech / similar degree in accounting or financial management ??Post Graduate Degree or Honours is highly beneficial ??Professional Memberships are also advantageous Skills and experience required: ??Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar position. ??Experience within a fast paced environment, preferably handling stock ??Strong understanding of exchanges rates and forex ??Experience in East African / Sub Saharan African countries or working with multiple currencies ??Strong communication skills ??Strong financial and business acumen ??Ability to work under pressure ??Excellent time management skills ??SAP experience is beneficial ??Strong leadership skills ??People management experience Job description: ??Full financial management and accounting duties on a day-to-day basis ??Communicates effectively with stakeholders ??Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to ??Executing IFRS compliance ??Ensure staff are trained and up to date with all accounting related standards ??Budgeting and forecasting ??Manage bank accounts, recon accounts, operational expenses, and payment structures ??Develop and implement business systems and structures that aid in maximising efficiency ??Drives tasks to completion ??Stock counts and reports ??Monitoring costs and identifying cost saving initiatives ??Payroll management and compliance to company and government regulations ??Ensuring HR compliance ??Liaise and assist with preparation for External Audits ??Debtor and Creditor management ??Tax compliance, management and reporting ??Customer credit vetting ??Inventory management controls ??Review monthly petty cash ??VAT and statutory recons ??Preparation of annual financial statements ??Fixed asset register

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