Finance Controller - Packaging Business

Their is one good job opportunity for Finance Controller with our Packaging Manufacturing client based in Tanzania ( Dar Es Salaam)

Job Title: Financial Controller

Functional Area: Finance & Accounts

Reporting to Global CFO

Direct Reports: 2 Locals

Key Performance Matrices include:

- Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, compare actual performance Against the budget, identify and analyze variances, and monitor the implementation of necessary actions.

- Ensure timely financial reporting and compliance with statutory deadlines.

- Manage the treasury function efficiently, including projecting future cash flows, Arranging adequate funds, and ensuring disbursements align with approved operational cash flows. This includes liaising with banks, monitoring daily cash balances, and submitting cash flow statements.

- Manage the smooth operation of the MIS and computerized accounting system, taking necessary actions for upgrades as needed.

- Develop and establish an effective management accounting function within the organization to lead improvement initiatives.

- Identify and assess relevant techniques to adopt and supervise the implementation of management accounting practices.

- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements and audit processes.

- Initiate, review, assess, and implement programs to improve productivity of all processes and systems within the organization and advise operational managers on workflow analysis and cost management techniques.

- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and analyses to support decision-making at Board and JV meetings, and provide insights into financial performance, business opportunities, and risk assessments.

Key Competencies:

Business Financial Insights:

- Demonstrates knowledge of financial and management accounting principles to reflect business performance accurately, providing timely and accurate financial advice based on business priorities and stakeholder expectations.

- Financial & Management Accounting

- Financial Impact on Strategy Execution

- Business/Country Economics & Regulations

Controls, Compliance & Assurance:

- Evaluates risks and business issues, determining their impact on management audits, and developing or modifying audit procedures as required. Ensures compliance with legal and secretarial requirements and statutory audit regulations specific to the country or business.

- Internal Controls

- Compliance Measures

- Audit & Assurance

Reporting & Process Efficiencies:

- Conceptualizes and implements robust systems and processes suited to the business and country. Ensures accuracy and efficiency in MIS reporting, budgeting, and EOY forecasting by adhering to appropriate systems and processes.

- Budgeting/EOY Forecasting

- Financial & Management Reporting

- Systems & Process Efficiencies

Business Partnering:

- Combines commercial, financial, and analytical skills to support overall business success. Holds accountability and a mandate equal to the business to support growth plans.

- Engaging with the Business

- Financial Planning/Extracting Efficiencies

- Funds & Currency Management

Requirements:

- Chartered accountant with 3 years plus experience managing end to end finance & accounts for Tanzania business with Import, Shipment , Documentation and SAP experience .

- Key strengths in team management, problem-solving, decision-making, and value orientation

- Commercial acumen to support business growth plans