Highlevel analytical professional that oversees all functions of the Bank s finance and accounting department providing finance information and strategic support.
Responsibilities
Strategic
Oversee and champion the articulation and development of the overall financial strategy and ensure alignment with the organization s corporate strategy business goals and objectives.
Contribute to the formation of the Business Strategy and ensure the establishment of sound financial policies and procedures.
Ensure accounting processes conform with all applicable policies including company and group policies
Review working capital/cash flow requirement on a regular basis.
Operational
Oversee and coordinate the daytoday activities of the finance department and ensure alignment with the overall goals and objectives of the organization
Oversee the approval and processing of revenue expenditure and position control documents department budgets salaries ledger and account maintenance.
Oversee the coordination and activities of independent auditors ensuring all audit and compliance issues are resolved.
Oversee the preparation of financial statements financial reports special analyses and management accounting reports in line with best practices.
Develop and implement finance accounting billing and auditing procedures.
Ensure synergy and collaboration in interdepartmental activities and communication in order to facilitate effective and smooth running of the Finance Department.
Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports and develop talent within the department to ensure a pipeline of internally developed candidates for senior roles.
Coordinate the preparation and compilation of agreed periodic activities and performance reports for the attention of the Executive Management Team.
Review and authorise key expenditures/transactions for the business in line with approved authority limit.
Develop financial strategy including risk minimization plans and opportunity forecasting
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or any relevant field from an accredited university.
Must possess a professional qualification in Accounting/Finance i.e. ACCA ICAN CFA etc
Experience
Minimum of twelve (12) years cumulative work experience with at least the last five (5) years in the banking sector at a senior/supervisory level
Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage.
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