Financial Manager📣 Job Ad

Job Brief:
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Group Finance Manager to lead the financial operations of our subsidiaries. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, this senior leadership role will oversee financial reporting, taxation, governance, audits, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will play a key role in aligning financial performance with the group’s long-term objectives, ensuring robust compliance and strong internal control frameworks.

Job Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Reporting: Lead financial consolidation, performance analysis, and reporting across subsidiaries. Manage internal and external reporting requirements, including monthly finance and operational reviews. Ensure compliance with IFRS and local financial regulations. Monitor key financial metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the group’s long-term objectives. Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to the Group CFO and senior leadership.
• Taxation & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate compliance with local tax regulations. Liaise with external advisors for tax planning and audit support. Stay abreast of regulatory changes and assess their impact on group operations.
• Costing & Budgeting: Oversee costing methodologies and ensure accurate cost analysis. Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across subsidiaries. Analyze budget variances and implement corrective measures.
• Process Improvement & SOP Development: Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across finance functions. Promote consistency, efficiency, and compliance through standardized practices.
• Governance & Risk Management: Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks. Identify and mitigate financial risks. Ensure adherence to corporate policies and ethical standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, procurement, legal, sales, HR, and IT. Serve as a key financial advisor to the Group CFO and executive leadership. Represent the finance function in audits, investor meetings, and external engagements.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance
• Professional qualifications: CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent.
• 1012 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, ideally within a group or multinational structure.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, taxation, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced financial modeling.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed finance teams is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.