Business Finance Manager

JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for the support of business in all finance related matters mainly the preparation of financial and strategic planning, monitoring variance against the budget, forecasts, evaluating opportunities/risks / improving efficiencies and implementation of cost control. As a leader, the role will assist staff members in providing value-added, meaningful, and insightful reporting and analysis for Senior Management.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance Preferred

• Qualified ACCA, ACA, CPA, CMA or CA or any other related post graduate level qualification Previous Experience: Minimum 7 years relevant experience. Good knowledge of internal finance system. Experience working to tight internal reporting timescales. Expert in costing methodologies and cost reduction technique. Enhance and continues improvements of operational systems. Knowledge of cost centre accounting, preparing budgets and forecasts. Experience manager of a large and diverse team. Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of records and information. Job Specific Skills: Strong analytical skills with ability to review variances, understand business cycles and their impact in the profit and loss accounts. Excellent communication and presentation skills are a must, as is the ability to work effectively across the organization. Must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have the ability to analyse and interpret data. Must have excellent organizational ability to be able to set priorities, handle multiple responsibilities work interruptions and meet deadlines. Must be self-starter and have the ability to work independently with minimal instructions. Must have good interpersonal skills. Managerial skills
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow. Strong mentoring and coaching skills. Ability to train and develop subordinate's skills. Ability to foster teamwork among team members.