FINANCE MANAGER BOTSWANA 1270 views

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management and Reporting:
• Prepare, review, and present financial statements, including the Profit & Loss statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure sufficient liquidity for business operations.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ensure timely accruals, provisions, and period-end closings, including variance analysis (YTD and ITM).
• Financial Planning and Forecasting:
• Develop financial forecasts based on historical data, run rates, and key drivers.
• Engage with budget owners to validate plans and gather inputs for Rest-of-Year (RoY) outlooks.
• Perform comparative analyses between new forecasts and previous submissions, identifying key changes.
• Provide recommendations for achieving business targets based on financial insights.
• Compliance and Financial Controls:
• Establish and monitor financial controls to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, tax policies, and corporate financial guidelines.
• Maintain a robust control environment to minimize financial risks.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Communicate business performance updates to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical Insights and Problem Solving:
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Support the business in making sound financial decisions through critical thinking and forecasting.
• Address financial problems proactively and recommend solutions.
• People Management and Team Development:
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team to ensure delivery of accurate and timely outputs.
• Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback and support.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Identify skills gaps and facilitate relevant training and development opportunities.
• Promote succession planning by identifying and nurturing high-potential talent within the function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or CFA is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a financial management or senior accounting role.
• Strong track record in financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience within Sales and Distribution/Logistics within FMCG would be advantageous

How to Apply