Finance & Administration Manager (IFRS Reporting / Team Leadership / Systems & Process Development)

• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the General Manager and leadership team, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
  
• Oversee the Monthly Management Accounts package, delivering accurate financial reports, forecasts, and KPIs.
  
• Ensure adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and internal audit requirements.
  
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls across the organization.
  
• Oversee financial statement submissions, tax filings, and VAT compliance with local regulations.
  

• Functionally report to the Regional Finance Director, with operational reporting to Branch Managers.
  
• Supervise the preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts and forecasts.
  
• Deliver accurate monthly trading performance forecasts, including debtor management, cash flow, and balance sheet analysis.
  
• Support the Annual Operating Plan and Budget preparation.
  
• Act as the primary liaison for Internal and External Auditors.
  
• Team Leadership & Process Optimization
  
• Lead and develop the Finance and Credit Control teams, ensuring optimal performance.
  
• Drive cash flow objectives.
  
• Assess, update, and enhance Business Process Flows and financial policies.
  
• Identify training and development opportunities for the team.
  

• Ensure the reliability of financial systems.
  
• Safeguard company assets, including inventory, fleet, IT infrastructure, and office equipment.
  
• Maintain clear and regular communication with senior leadership.
  
• Oversee the smooth operation of IT support services, including hardware, software, and mobile devices.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, ACCA certification, or equivalent accounting qualification.
  
• 8+ years of management experience in finance, administration, or a similar role.
  
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
  
• Proven team leadership and people management experience.
  
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  
• Strong communication and presentation skills across all levels.
  
• Bilingual fluency in English and French required.
  

Benefits

• Base salary, bonus structure, company car.