Finance Manager

• Supervise all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and intercompany reconciliations.

  
  

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings for all group entities.

  
  

• Maintain full compliance with IFRS and local tax laws, including VAT and WHT filings.

  
  

• Lead external audits and coordinate with auditors across the group.

  
  

• Maintain clean and accurate books for the holding company and its subsidiaries.

  
  

• Lead and mentor the finance team to foster a high-performance, accountable culture.

  
  

• Allocate responsibilities and improve efficiency through structured policies and internal controls.

  
  

• Oversee internal financial reporting, including cash flow analysis, budget variance, and spend tracking.

  
  

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with all departments.

  
  

• Build and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs to support executive decision-making.

  
  

• Prepare investor reports covering financials, burn rate, and key performance metrics.

  
  

• Liaise with external advisors, tax consultants, and legal partners for financial matters.

  
  

• Manage and improve finance systems (e.g., Zoho Books, Power BI) to automate reporting and ensure data integrity.

  
  

• Coordinate with IT and operations to align systems with financial needs.

  
  

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  

  
  

• Minimum of 5 years in financial leadership roles.
  

  
  

• Experience in tech or fast-paced startup environments is a strong plus.
  

  
  

Preferred Personal Qualities:

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
  

  
  

• Strategic thinker with high attention to detail.
  

  
  

• Effective communicator across finance and non-finance teams.
  

  
  

• Comfortable managing multiple entities and stakeholders.
  

  
  

Skills Required:

• Deep understanding of IFRS, tax regulations, and audit practices.
  

  
  

• Expertise in financial systems, automation tools, and reporting platforms.
  

  
  

• Strong analytical skills and experience building financial models and KPIs.
  

  
  

• Familiarity with tools such as Zoho Books, Power BI, or similar platforms