Financial Manager

Job Objectives:

Directs the finance, accounting and control functions, managing the day-to- day accounting processes, and reporting the results of operations.​

Responsibilities and duties:

• Responsible for the overall functions of the finance/accounting department including financial reporting and control, Cash flow management, Banks and project finance.
• Develops and implements accounting policies, coordination of systems and procedures, and the preparation of operating data and special reports as required including interim and year-end financial statements.
• Management, development and motivation of the Accounts and Finance personnel.
• Ensures maintenance of the company's system of accounts and keep books and records on all company transactions and assets.
• Manages the reporting of management accounts including managing the month end closing and present financial information to senior management.
• Compares performance with operating plans and standards, and reports and interprets the results of operations to all levels of management.
• Establishes, coordinates and administers as an integral part of management, an adequate plan for the control of operations including, profit planning and financing, sales forecasts, expense budgets and cost standards, together with necessary controls and procedures to effectuate the plan.
• Ensures compliance with all accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Coordinate year end audits and serves as a liaison between the company and legal counsel. Recommends the appointment of independent public accountants overseeing their audit work.
• Manages or coordinates the preparation of reports to government and regulatory agencies.
• Provides other managers and departments with information required by them to carry out their assigned responsibilities.
• Assures protection for the assets of the business through internal control, internal auditing and assuring proper insurance coverage.
• Maintains vendor and customer relations
• Provides advice on all financial matters to the FD
• Works on special projects as needed.