Summary

Responsible for handling the financial requirements of a multinational company according to both local and international standards of financial management and reporting. S/He will also oversee and manage a myriad of HR functions. The individual must have a strong understanding of both legal and statutory bodies handling all matters of compliance with the highest level of integrity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reporting (statutory reporting & shareholder reporting) and ensure compliance with the Tanzania governing legislation and company accounting rules.
• Coordinate the preparation of the Company’s annual budget and monitor and analyze performance against budget. Where needed, propose corrective measures.
• Establish and maintain relationships with various company stakeholders (shareholders, banks, auditors, customers and suppliers).
• Implement and review internal control processes, based on the group rules.
• Oversee daily and monthly accounts department activities. Approve order requests and payments.
• Cashflow and treasury planning.
• Assist operating departments in achieving their targets through monitoring of stock, finding financing solutions and review product pricing.
• Local and international travel gathering information, evaluate business and present business situations or plans as and when required.
• Manage and monitor Code of Conduct Ethics and Anti-Trust and Corruption policies.
• Oversees the Compliance department, HR department and IT department in addition to the accounts department.

Education and Qualifications

• A Degree in Accounting, Finance, or any related field.
• Experience in similar role in a large company or corporation.
• Experience in Big 4 is a must.
• A Certified Public Accountant/Chartered Accountant, CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification is a must.
• Language: English (Fluent) and Swahili.

Requirements

• Technically sound understanding of finance and accounting rules and reporting at a senior level.
• Senior Manager leadership attributes.
• Provide clear strategy and direction and sets measurable performance parameters to subordinates.

Characteristics

• Self-motivated.
• Able to communicate efficiently verbally and in writing.
• Advanced Computer literacy.
• Ability to plan and manage time efficiently.
• Attention to detail.
• High level of common sense.
• Ability to make calculated and thought through decisions.

Reporting To

Managing Director