Finance Manager at Royal Mabati Factory

Job Description

Financial Management, Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare, review, and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and company policies.
• Review general ledger transactions, reconciliations, and financial reports to ensure integrity and accuracy.
• Provide timely management reports and financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and departmental forecasts.
• Develop rolling financial forecasts and long-term financial plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Monitor budget performance, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.

Cash Flow, Working Capital & Treasury Management

• Monitor and manage daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and treasury reports for management review.
• Identify and mitigate cash flow and financial risks.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations to ensure timely processing and accuracy.
• Monitor supplier payments while maintaining optimal cash flow.
• Review customer accounts, collections, and outstanding balances.

Audit, Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all tax laws and statutory requirements including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, NSSF, NHIF, Housing Levy, and other statutory obligations.
• Oversee payroll financial compliance and reconciliation.
• Maintain compliance with company financial policies, regulatory standards, and governance requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory agencies.

ERP Systems, Financial Controls & Process Improvement

• Oversee the effective utilization of ERP and accounting systems.
• Improve financial reporting processes through automation and continuous process improvement.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls across finance operations.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, supervise, and develop finance and accounting staff.
• Set departmental objectives, monitor performance, and conduct performance appraisals.

Business Partnership & Decision Support

• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Support investment decisions, capital expenditure evaluations, and business expansion initiatives.

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Develop and maintain effective internal control systems.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Performance Measurement & Financial Analysis

• Develop and monitor key financial and operational performance indicators.
• Analyze profitability, costs, margins, liquidity, and operational performance.
• Investigate budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare management dashboards and financial performance reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Membership with ICPAK or another recognized professional accounting body.
• Minimum of 5–7 years' progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.

Key Competencies

• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Advanced budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, Sage, QuickBooks or similar).
• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Results-oriented with excellent attention to detail.