Adexen Recruitment Agency was mandated by an international FMCG company to recruit an expatriate Country Finance Manager for its operations in Ghana. The position is based in Accra.
Responsibilities
Develop the Annual Financial Budget and the 3-year Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for Ghana.
Support the Managing Director in the creation and enhancement of shareholder value through the development and execution of business strategies.
Implement and sustain finance processes and lead cost effective stewardship of the company’s assets and operations.
Develop and monitor the capital expenditure plan for the group
Forecast the funding requirements and assess impact on the balance sheet and cash flow
Prepare the consolidated financial budgets and present to the Board of Directors of CB/MAK Holdings
Develop financial planning analysis and justification for any major projects including items such as capital expenditures, acquisitions, new product or pack launches, capacity enhancement and cost reduction strategies
Prepare and present the Monthly Operating Statement (MOS) and KPI’s for the management committee (MANCOM), highlighting areas of process improvements to reduce cost
Provide timely monthly results reporting to CB/MAK Holdings
Coordinate the preparation for both the half-year accounts prior to publication for the Board of Directors as well as the statutory audit of annual accounts
Report in a timely manner sales and cash reconciliations as per SOP
Ascertain that the company has appropriate insurance policies covering all areas of operations and is in compliance with statutory and commercial requirements
Coordinate the Annual General Meeting
Monitor the legal cases of the company
Ensure tax planning and compliance with the tax administration authorities
Must have good analytical & computer skills especially MS office.
Quickly formulate and present different Financials models/pack profitability for innovations
Must be expert of dealing with Audit firms & deal with regulatory requirement
Improve and monitor the Internal Audit policies and procedures of the group on a regular basis
Ensure the internal audit activities of all the regions and group companies is compliant with company SOPs
Develop a tracking system to ensure proper stock and cash controls are being adhered to in the regions and at the depots
Monitor compliance with the recommendations of the regional internal audit report(s)
Develop and monitor cash flow forecasts
Ensure strict adherence to policies on bank account reconciliations
Negotiate with banks on pricing and tenure for working capital financing
Ensure adequate lines of credit are maintained for CAPEX and on-going imports payments
Monitor currency exposure and risk on a regular basis
Monitor regional accounts receivable
Desired Skills and Experience
Finance degree from an accredited business school/recognised university
15 years of work experience in various financial roles with at least 5 years in a Finance Manager role in a multinational company
Experience in the soft drinks industry a plus
Advanced Business Acumen
Financial Analytical Skills
Risk management
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Results Oriented
Strong leadership skills
Previous experience in Africa is a plus
We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.
Industry
FMCG
Job Seniority
Manager
Job Category
Accounting and Finance
Employment Type
Full time
Experience
5 - 10 years
Skills
Tax, Budgets, Finance Business Partnering, Manufacturing, Internal Audit, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Business Development, Leadership, Finance, Team Management
