Finance and Admin Manager

Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the C.O.O; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
• Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
• Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to management.

Administration

• Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
• Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the organization scales.
• Responsible for all matters related to the operations and administration of the organisation.
• Ensure registration requirements are kept current at all times and files statutory returns and renewals.
• Manage all company infrastructure and oversee its procurement process

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of a B.Sc Finance/Accounting or related degree

• Knowledge of local accounting practices and procedures

• At least 5 years of overall professional experience in a reputable organization

• The ideal candidate has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination.
• Technology savvy with experience in the use of accounting and reporting software
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of the organization.
• Strong leadership & managerial skills.
• Strong sense of judgment.
• Timeliness, good time management.
• Initiative and self-motivation.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.