Finance Manager at AACE Food Processing & Distribution Limited

JOB SUMMARY: 

• The Finance Manager reports to the Managing Director and the Board of Directors and helps the leadership to make informed decisions that align with AACE Food’s long-term goals as well as guides management on financial plans.
• He/She will analyze daily financial activities and monitor financial performance, develop and implement financial plans that support the organization’s growth and profitability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

He/She will be:

Accountable and Responsible for:

• Providing financial reports and interpreting financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
• Advising on investment activities and providing strategies that the company should take.
• Maintaining the financial health of the organization.
• Analyzing costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results, and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
• Developing trends and projections for the firm’s finances.
• Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Overseeing operations of the finance department, setting goals and objectives, and designing a framework for these to be met.
• Managing the preparation of the company’s budget.
• Liaising with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• Corresponding with various other departments, discussing company plans, and agreeing on future paths to be taken.
• Preparing board papers for the use of directors at periodic board meetings
• Monitoring compliance with laws and regulations by ensuring that legal and regulatory documents are filed promptly.
• Providing financial reports and interpreting financial information to management while recommending further courses of action.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Accounting or Banking and Finance, or any other related field (master’s degree, MBA is an advantage).
• Professional certification/membership of ICAN, ACCA.
• 7-9 years experience in finance & accounting with a minimum of 4 years in senior management.
• Deep understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards IFRS and its business application
• Good working experience with Sage ERP.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Strong analytical skills.
• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal.
• A keen eye for detail and a desire to probe further into data.
• Ability to stick to time constraints.