Senior Finance Officer

Main responsibilities: 1.Financial Management: ● Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. ● Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s goals and objectives. ● Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to senior leadership. ● Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. 2.Budgeting and Forecasting: ● Lead the annual budgeting process and provide ongoing financial forecasting. ● Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. ● Develop and implement strategies to improve financial performance. 3.Procurement Management: ● Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective purchasing of goods and services. ● Oversee the procurement process, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management. ● Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with procurement policies. 4.Financial Reporting and Analysis: ● Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership and stakeholders. ● Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning. ● Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting. 5.Financial Auditing: ● Manage the planning and execution of internal and external financial audits. ● Ensure all financial statements and reports comply with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. ● Review, assess, and improve internal control systems to ensure accurate financial reporting. ● Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, ensuring they are audit-ready. ● Address audit findings and ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly. 6.Risk Management: ● Identify and manage financial risks, including credit, liquidity, and market risks. ● Develop and implement risk management strategies and policies. ● Ensure the company has robust internal controls and audit processes. 7.Team Leadership: ● Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and procurement team. ● Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment. ● Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and capabilities. 8.Stakeholder Engagement: ● Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, auditors, and vendors. ● Represent the company in financial and procurement negotiations. ● Communicate financial and procurement strategies and results to stakeholders. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Language: English proficiency, both written and spoken. Work experience: Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in finance and procurement, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Proven track record of managing financial operations and procurement strategies. Other experiences: Have experience of at least two years in a fast-moving business, especially Construction, Logistics, hardware, and building materials industry