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• Work
  closely with the General Manager and department heads on preparation of
  annual budgets.
• Liaise
  with senior management to prepare financial forecasts.
• Manage
  the development, any reviews and implementation of financial manual and
  internal control systems.
• Oversee
  the accounting function and ensure proper accountability of resources.
• Actively
  monitor actual expenditures against approved ones and advise or make
  recommendations for future action.
• Work
  closely with the Accountant, external and internal auditors to prepare
  periodic financial statements.
• In
  charge of developing financial management mechanisms that minimize
  financial risk.
• Technically
  support and enforce compliance with all statutory requirements and
  guidelines. 
• The
  incumbent will prepare periodic management accounts and financial reports.
• Coordinate
  internal and external audits and take leadership in addressing audit
  findings.
• Maintain
  an asset register and depreciation schedule.

• Develop/review
  human resource, employee relation and administrative policies and
  procedures.
• Ensure
  adherence to general office guidelines and regulations including health
  and safety procedures.
• Technically
  support management in developing key performance indicators for staff and
  coordinate the staff performance appraisal process.
• Steer
  the identification of skills gaps, develop and implement a skills
  development and capacity building plan for staff.
• Manage
  the staff welfare function, the monthly compilation and administration of
  the payroll, leave, advances and all welfare related issues.
• Manage
  and coordinate the recruitment, on-boarding and posting of new staff.
• Oversee
  the development and implementation of an effective recognition and reward
  system.

• Develop/Review,
  implement and maintain an effective system of procurement and storage of
  materials and supplies.
• Ensure
  the timely procurement of office supplies, production material and any
  other materials or logistics required to support the various SINFA
  projects.
• The
  incumbent will develop, implement and maintain a system for tracking,
  monitoring proper usage and maintenance of organization equipment,
  furniture, supplies and machinery.
• Oversee
  the process of sourcing, identification, selection and contracting of
  vendors and suppliers.
• The
  incumbent will lead negotiations on service level agreements with partners
  e.g. insurers, auditors, bankers and other service providers
• Maintain
  an updated database and well documented service and vendor contracts to
  facilitate the timely and accurate processing of payments.
• Establish,
  nurture and maintain mutually beneficial business relationships with
  vendors and suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement.
• Understand
  and keep track of market factors and forecast key cost drivers.
• Support
  regular auditing of inventory and inventory related documentation.
• Consolidate
  and send periodic logistics reports.

• The
  ideal candidate should preferably hold a Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Possession
  of professional qualification is an added advantage i.e. CFA, CIMA, ACCA,
  CPA.
• At
  least three years’ experience in a senior financial management position in
  a business environment.
• Broad
  and demonstrable experience in all dimensions of operations: Finance,
  Human Resource, Administration, Procurement and Logistics.
• Strong
  background in strategic leadership and people management.
• Conversant
  with industry standard software packages.
• Excellent
  computer skills especially MS Excel.
• Clear
  and effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to
  translate financial data into concepts that non-financial staff can
  understand

Personal Competencies: 

• Good
  leadership and supervisory skills
• Entrepreneurial
  and Commercial Thinking i.e. high business acumen
• Good
  planning and organizational skills
• Excellent
  analytical skills and ability

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