The role involves managing the company’s financial activities and operational aspects related to finance.
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and industry regulations.
- Manage and review profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for senior management and stakeholders.
- Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis to ensure financial targets are met and resources are optimized.
- Analyze financial data, identify trends, and recommend strategies to improve profitability, reduce costs, and optimize working capital.
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
- Ensure accurate and timely posting of transactions, and monitor overdue accounts to reduce outstanding debts.
- Review and approve payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls and company policies.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve any discrepancies with vendors and customers, maintaining strong business relationships.
Taxation & Compliance:
- Ensure timely filing of tax returns and compliance with all local and international tax regulations, including VAT, corporate taxes, and other relevant taxes.
Cost Management & Control:
- Monitor and control operational costs related to imports, warehousing, and sales processing, and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
- Review and optimize vendor contracts and supplier terms to improve cost-effectiveness in the procurement process.
- Work closely with the operations team to ensure the financial impact of production and logistics is aligned with company goals.
Cash Flow & Liquidity Management:
- Manage and forecast cash flow, ensuring the company maintains sufficient liquidity for day-to-day operations.
- Monitor the company’s working capital, optimizing inventory levels, accounts receivable, and payables to maintain cash flow.
- Coordinate with financial institutions to manage the company’s credit facilities and optimize cash management processes.
Internal Controls & Risk Management:
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
- Monitor compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements, particularly related to imports, chemicals, and tax regulations.
- Identify potential financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies to management.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead, manage, and develop the accounts, import, and sales processing teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to company policies and deadlines.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide training, and foster a collaborative, results-driven team environment.
- Develop and implement best practices for financial, import, and sales processing operations to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for internal departments (sales, procurement, logistics, group and cluster financials ) and external stakeholders (customers, suppliers, financial institutions, and customs).
- Ensure smooth communication between the finance, import, and sales teams, facilitating timely resolution of issues and smooth coordination across departments.