The Role
The Finance Manager provides financial leadership and strategic support, oversees financial reporting, ensures compliance, manages cash flow, and develops team capacity.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Finance Manager
Department: Finance & Administration
Reports To: Managing Directors
Direct Reports: Senior Accountants, Accountants, Finance Assistants
Role Purpose
Our client, a mid-sized organization operating within the Architecture, Construction, and Urban Design sector, is seeking to recruit a Finance Manager
The Finance Manager will provide day-to-day financial leadership, ensure strong financial controls, and support strategic decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Leadership & Strategic Support
• Support the Managing Directors shaping financial strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making across projects and business units.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Participate in strategic discussions relating to expansion, investment, and cost optimization.
2. Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, statutory, and internal reporting standards.
• Manage budgeting processes and variance analysis across departments.
• Maintain integrity of financial data and reporting systems.
3. Governance, Compliance & Internal Controls
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Strengthen internal control systems and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Support external audit processes and resolution of audit findings.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards.
4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management
• Monitor daily cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Support management of banking relationships and funding arrangements.
• Assist in managing liquidity, foreign exchange exposure, and financial risk.
5. Cost Control & Performance Management
• Drive cost monitoring and control initiatives across departments.
• Support implementation of financial KPIs and performance tracking tools.
• Provide analysis to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
6. Systems & Process Improvement
• Enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and automation processes.
• Ensure efficiency in financial workflows and documentation.
• Support ERP or accounting system improvements and upgrades.
7. Leadership & Team Development
• Supervise and mentor finance team members.
• Build capacity within the finance department through coaching and development.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requirements
Key Skills & Competencies
• Strong financial management and reporting expertise
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Leadership and team development ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to work in multi-entity or group environments
Qualifications & Experience
• CPA (K), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA is an added advantage)
• 7–10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
• Experience in Construction, Architecture, Urban Design, or related sectors is highly desirable
• Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, and audits in a complex organization
Benefits
Benefits
• Medical Cover
• Pension Scheme
• Airtime Allowance
• Mileage Allowance
• Travel Allowance
Skills Required
- Strong financial management and reporting expertise
- Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
- Leadership and team development ability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High integrity and attention to detail
- Ability to work in multi-entity or group environments
- CPA (K), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 7-10 years of progressive finance experience
- At least 3 years in a managerial role
- Experience in Construction, Architecture, Urban Design or related sectors
- Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, and audits in a complex organization
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