Key Responsibilities include Management of the Finance & Administration Department:
Lead and manages the finance team ensuring all areas are functioning effectively (including taxation, cost management, accounting, payroll and reporting).
Oversee administrative functions
Oversee all vendor contracts including sourcing, negotiation and ensuring appropriate agreements, execution and service levels
Ensure that all activities are done according to budget and forecasts.
Plan, organise and control the high-level activities related to the department.
Develop and maintain progression and succession plans for the department as per company and HR guidelines; this includes the development, implementation and maintenance of a department skills matrix among other requirements.
Cost.
Monitor operating budget performance and actively participates in the monthly review process.
Accountable for the preparation of the budget and on delivery (costs and time)
Negotiate and manage third party service providers in order to reduce costs
Planning
Plan work according to business requirements and guides all activities accordingly
Manage the annual site planning and administrative process
People & Team Management
Develop and encourage a team approach with shared objectives
Review and communicate individual and team performances in daily, weekly, monthly team meetings.
Create and maintain strong relationship with all internal and external stakeholders
Active involvement in employee development by mentoring, training and coaching employees of the departments to enhance overall team skills development
Develop and monitor the progress of employee development and progress plans.
Ensure all key people program requirements are met including timely performance management reporting, core training and development programs, etc.
Ensure the Finance and Administration Team is executing in their roles and responsibilities to an expected industry standard Policy.
Procedure and Process Development
In consultation with corporate management, review relevant policy and procedures.
Communicate with corporate staff to ensure effective alignment and collaboration on key initiatives
Innovation and Improvement
Actively participate in the continual review of company procedures and make recommendations as required
In collaboration with the Business Performance Manager, identify and address business process opportunities in all areas to further improve effective and efficient operation
Identifies, investigates and implements improvements to all commercial operations in order that security management capability that will satisfy External audit controls compliance
Requirements
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BCom Accounting degree – non-negotiable
Advanced excel ability is vital – non-negotiable
CIMA qualification would be beneficial
Minimum 5 – 8 years' relevant experience
Motor industry experience would be beneficial, however manufacturing and construction industry would be considered
Insurance background would be advantageous
Experience mentoring, coaching and building and leading teams with people at all levels
Demonstrated experience designing and developing financial, cost and performance management reports
Experience developing and improving business processes
Strong communication skills in English
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