Finance Manager

The Finance Manager is responsible for leading and managing the overall financial operations of the company, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and strategic financial planning. The role oversees accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls while supporting executive management with accurate financial insights for decision-making.

The position plays a critical role in driving financial performance, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring the organization’s financial sustainability. The Finance Manager is also responsible for strengthening financial systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and aligning financial strategies with overall business objectives.

Top Roles and Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Leadership
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company goals and growth plans.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management to support decision-making.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and long-term budgeting processes.

Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide in-depth financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to management.

Budgeting and Cost Management
• Lead the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets.
• Track performance against budgets and analyze variances.
• Implement cost control measures and improve financial efficiency.

Cash Flow and Treasury Management
• Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and operational stability.
• Monitor cash positions, bank relationships, and financing arrangements.
• Optimize working capital including receivables, payables, and inventory.

Accounting Operations Oversight
• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, payroll, payables, receivables, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records.
• Strengthen accounting systems and processes.

Tax Management and Compliance
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings (VAT, withholding, income tax, payroll taxes).
• Maintain compliance with local tax laws and regulations.
• Liaise with tax authorities and manage audits and assessments.

Internal Controls and Risk Management
• Establish and maintain strong internal control systems.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and financial governance standards.

Audit and Regulatory Coordination
• Lead internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure audit readiness and timely resolution of audit findings.
• Maintain proper financial documentation and compliance records.

Team Leadership and Capacity Building
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Establish clear roles, KPIs, and accountability systems.
• Build a high-performance finance function across the organization.

Business Partnering and Cross-Functional Support
• Collaborate with other departments (Operations, HR, Procurement, Sales) to support business objectives.
• Provide financial guidance to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Support investment decisions, project evaluations, and business cases.

Financial Systems and Process Improvement
• Drive automation and digitalization of financial processes.
• Improve financial reporting systems and data accuracy.
• Ensure effective use of ERP and accounting systems.

Compliance and Governance
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and governance frameworks.
• Maintain ethical financial practices and transparency.
• Support corporate governance initiatives.

Reporting to Senior Leadership
• Prepare executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Communicate financial performance and risks clearly to management.
• Support strategic planning and business reviews.

Performs other related duties as directed

Critical Criteria / Skills to be Successful in this Role:

• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting standards, and tax regulations
• Excellent leadership and team management capability
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP, and advanced Excel

Educational Qualification:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Master’s Degree (MBA or MSc in Finance/Accounting) is highly preferred
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage

Experience:
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting
• At least 4–6 years in a managerial or leadership role
• Experience in multi-sector environments (FMCG, manufacturing, construction, or trading) is highly desirable

How To Apply

We invite qualified and motivated candidates to apply for our open positions at Great Abyssinia Group. Interested applicants are requested to submit their Application Letter and CV as a single PDF document to [email protected]
. Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining Great Abyssinia Group. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Thank you for considering a career with Great Abyssinia Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.