Senior Finance Officer

wowJobs Africa

Accounting, Auditing & Finance

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our finance team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing the financial operations of the company, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, driving cost optimization, and supporting strategic decision-making through insightful financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, including monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and budgeting reports.
• Monitor production costs, wastage, and inventory valuation to ensure cost control and operational efficiency.
• Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and tax requirements (VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.).
• Assist in forecasting cash flow requirements and managing working capital needs.
• Work closely with procurement, production, and warehouse departments to ensure financial alignment across operations.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
Participate in the development of budgets and long-term financial planning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is mandatory .
• Minimum of 10- 15 years' experience in finance roles, with at least 3 years in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, SAGE, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Knowledge of IFRS and local tax regulations.

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