Financial Reporting and Operations Manager at Rose Avenue Group

Budget and Forecasting

• Support in the preparation of annual budgets for the companyas well as the Consolidated budget.
• Prepare monthly forecasts for the company and quarterly consolidated forecasts for the Group, with accompanying analysis and commentary.
• Prepare adhoc financial analysis and technical papers.

Statutory Reporting

• Preparation of interim and full-year company and consolidated financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS and applicable local regulations.
• Preparation of company and consolidated financial analysis and commentary for the Board.
• Support the external auditors during the statutory audit and ensure timely completion of the statutory audit process.

Management Reporting

• Management of the monthly financial close process.
• Preparation of monthly performance reports for the Company and quarterly consolidated performance reports for the Group, with accompanying analysis and commentary of the performance and Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries.

Treasury Management

• Weekly assessment of liquidity needs, ensuring funding to meet obligations.
• Preparation of short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts as well as weekly and ad hoc cash position reports.
• Preparation of monthly reconciliations for the Marketable Securities Portfolio
• Liaising with bankers on the operation of the Company’s bank accounts.

Finance Operations

• Procurement management as per the Policies
• Monthly tax filing and payment of VAT and Withholding tax.
• Fixed assets management.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure finance operations compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Update of the finance risk register on an ongoing basis in liaison with the risk department.
• Internal audit support and Implement recommendations from both the internal and external auditors.

Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, or a business-related field.
• Chartered Accountant and a Member of ICPAK, ACCA or similar association.
• At least 7 years’ management level experience in a fast-paced finance department with knowledge of finance processes in a group setting.
• In-depth understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS) and tax regulations.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.
• External audit experience is an added advantage