financial controller (manufacturing).

• Policy Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to Group policies and procedures; develop more stringent policies to achieve growth and profitability objectives.

• Financial Planning: Plan and oversee costing, financial, and management accounting systems aligned with strategic goals.

• Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term financial strategies.

Financial Operations & Treasury

• Accounting & Treasury: Lead all costing, financial, and treasury activities while establishing control procedures for accuracy.

• Cash Flow & Analysis: Critically analyze financial information, cash flow projections, budgets, and credit control.

• Operational Analysis: Analyze the financial implications of operational decisions, new business ventures, and acquisitions.

• Technology Integration: Oversee the implementation and management of financial software systems to streamline processes.

Compliance & External Relations

• Tax Planning: Efficiently manage tax affairs to ensure compliance and optimization of tax liabilities.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with relevant Acts, legal requirements, and ethical standards; oversee statutory accounts in accordance with MFRS/IFRS.

• Bank Relations: Negotiate long-term and short-term financing facilities and maintain relationships with banking partners.

• Reporting to HQ: Prepare and present timely financial and management reports for consolidation.

• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Leadership & Risk Management

• Team Development: Establish and maintain a disciplined, well-trained, and highly motivated Finance & Treasury team.

• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard assets.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Membership: Must possess membership in recognized professional bodies of Accountants and MIA membership.

• Post-Qualifying Experience: At least 10–15 years of experience in financial and management accounting within a manufacturing setting.

• Audit Background: 3–4 years of experience in Big Four auditing firms is preferable.

Technical Expertise

• Reporting Standards: Profound proficiency in MFRS and IFRS.

• Tax & Law: In-depth knowledge of tax laws and a comprehensive understanding of the Companies Act.

Soft Skills & Core Competencies

• Leadership: Strong ability to lead and manage a team effectively with excellent communication skills.

• Hands-On Approach: Direct engagement with daily operations, including budgeting and forecasting.

• Proactive & Detailed: Demonstrates foresight in identifying financial challenges and maintains meticulousness in reporting.

• Ethical Conduct: Integrity in handling confidential information and aligning management with organizational strategy.