The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash-flow management, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and sound financial control. The position provides management with accurate and timely financial information to support business planning and decision-making.  

1. Financial Management

• Manage the day-to-day financial and accounting activities of the company.
• Monitor the company’s financial position, cash flow, income, and expenditure.
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Provide management with financial analysis and recommendations.
• Monitor costs and identify opportunities for improved financial efficiency.

2. Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure accurate recording and classification of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Review profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash-flow statements, and other management reports.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documentation.

3. Cash Flow & Banking

• Monitor daily cash flow and ensure sufficient funds are available for operational requirements.
• Manage banking transactions and relationships with financial institutions.
• Prepare cash-flow forecasts.
• Monitor customer receipts and supplier payments.
• Ensure payments are properly authorised and processed on time.

4. Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Supervise customer invoicing and collection activities.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Review supplier invoices and payment schedules.
• Ensure proper controls over purchases and supplier payments.

5. Financial Controls

• Establish and maintain appropriate internal financial controls.
• Review and authorise financial transactions in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify financial risks and implement appropriate control measures.
• Monitor expenses and ensure compliance with approved budgets.
• Prevent and investigate financial discrepancies where necessary.

6. Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely preparation and submission of statutory financial and tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other professional advisors.
• Maintain proper documentation for tax and statutory purposes.

7. Payroll

• Oversee the preparation and processing of monthly payroll.
• Ensure payroll information is accurate and properly authorised.
• Coordinate with HR regarding salaries, deductions, leave, new employees, and employee departures.
• Ensure statutory payroll-related payments and returns are completed on time.

8. Audit

• Coordinate internal and external audit requirements.
• Prepare schedules, supporting documents, and financial information required by auditors.
• Follow up on audit findings and implement agreed corrective actions.

9. Management Support

• Provide management with financial information and advice for business decisions.
• Analyse project profitability, operating costs, and financial performance.
• Assist management with business planning and investment decisions.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities affecting the company.

10. Team Management

• Supervise and manage the finance and accounting team.
• Allocate responsibilities and monitor performance.
• Provide training and guidance to finance staff.
• Ensure that finance procedures and deadlines are consistently followed.