Finance Manager, Standard Distributors Limited

Job Summary:

The Finance Manager leads the financial reporting function, ensuring that the requirements of financial reporting are fully met, while ensuring their overall integrity.

Job Description:

• Lead & manage the efficient administration of the finance department.
• Manage the efficient preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, and financial forecasts.
• Periodically review the organization’s financial performance and with the executive to  identify opportunities for improvements.
• Ensure  the organization’s financial records and recordkeeping methods are in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Manage Financial Reporting, Tax, forecasting, budgets and consolidation.
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and applicable Group and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Ensure the financial integrity of financial plans and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain financial models for key business driver analysis and forecasting.
• Develop and maintain financial information systems.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of external financial reporting.
• Support the development of business plans and strategies with in-depth financial analysis and performance
  Measurement

Knowledge and Skills:

• Customer centric attitude.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Excellent business/report writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal/written).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organisational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritise multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Financial Modelling (Intermediate).
• Financial Software (Intermediate).
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) (Intermediate).
• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate).

Qualification & Experience:

• Professional Accountancy Qualification – Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or another relevant discipline.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role