Head of Finance / Office.

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to support strategic decision-making.
  


• Monitor and enhance the company’s existing financial controls and risk management practices, offering real-time improvement suggestions.
  


• Lead cash flow management, working capital optimization, and cost control initiatives to ensure financial stability.
  


• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
  


• Manage and maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
  


• Build, manage, and mentor a lean, high-performing finance team to support the company’s scaling efforts.
  


• Ensure full compliance with statutory reporting requirements in Tanzania, including PAYE, SDL, NSSF, WCF, withholding tax, provisional tax, and monthly VAT returns.
  


• Coordinate daily with internal teams to maintain the company’s reputation as a first-class paymaster and actively follow up on outstanding payments with third parties (debtor management).
  


• Enforce job requirements and standards within the finance team, including conducting quarterly performance reviews.
  


• Manage real-time inbox activities—filtering, organizing, and responding to financial and operational correspondence as needed.
  


• Oversee payroll processing and general HR-related duties, including negotiation of staff salaries and benefits, while reporting to the Group HR Head in India.
  


• Maintain continuous communication with the General Manager on financial matters, pending issues, and potential solutions.
  


• Handle ongoing communication and troubleshooting via telephone, WhatsApp, and email with service providers, suppliers, buyers, and other key stakeholders.
  


• Demonstrate accuracy, accountability, and ownership while operating under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with high integrity and responsibility.
  
  
  

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related science field.
  


• Preference for a formal accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent.
  


• Prior experience in the logistics, clearing & forwarding, or trucking industry is a strong advantage.
  


• Proven track record of managing finance operations, statutory compliance, payroll, and financial reporting.
  


• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
  


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word; experience using ERP and accounting software systems.
  


• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex data clearly to stakeholders.
  


• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and maintain a calm, courteous demeanor in high-stress environments.
  


• Self-motivated, with an entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
  


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take full ownership of responsibilities while ensuring timely delivery of all statutory, internal, and operational tasks.
  


• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead a team and build strong relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners.
  


• Experience in coordinating with auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
  


• Capable of implementing financial controls, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiencies to support business growth.
  


• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.