Head of Finance
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Finance to join our team in Dar Es Salaam. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will coordinate the provision of effective financial support services within the business. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all financial operations comply with legislation and company policies. Key responsibilities: - Financial Planning & Budgeting - Prepare and ensure the timeous submission of the region’s annual budget for Head Office approval, conforming to defined budget guidelines and principles. - Maintain expenditure within approved levels by ensuring compliance with budgetary control procedures. - Prepare and submit accurate forecasts of monthly results timeously, facilitating the implementation of proactive measures to obviate unacceptable outcomes. - Accounting & Administrative Control - Ensure timeous and accurate processing of decentralized accounting transactions on the ERP system, maintaining detailed records with supporting source documentation.
Key requirements
- Education & Qualifications
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Financial Management or Accounting (postgraduate degree highly advantageous).
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (or recognized equivalent professional accounting certification).
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ Senior management experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
- Knowledge of local tax law and company law.
- Familiarity with security industry legislation is advantageous.