Job Purpose
To lead and oversee financial reporting and operational finance activities, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and applicable statutory requirements. Take ownership of financial reporting, technical accounting, governance, and internal controls while providing strategic financial insights and guidance to support business decision‑making. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and controls across reporting, taxation, treasury, and revenue assurance functions.
Key Accountabilities
Financial Reporting & Statutory Compliance
- Lead and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and statutory financial statements for all entities in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial reporting across all entities.
- Drive improvements in financial reporting processes, systems, and reporting timelines.
- Ensure consistent application of accounting policies and financial reporting standards across the organization.
External Audit & Stakeholder Coordination
- Lead coordination with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
- Act as the key liaison between external auditors, internal departments, and Group Finance to resolve audit-related matters.
- Oversee the resolution of internal control weaknesses and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
- Drive implementation of corrective actions and sustainable governance improvements.
Accounting Standards & Technical Leadership
- Monitor and interpret changes in IFRS, SECP regulations, and other applicable accounting and reporting frameworks.
- Provide technical accounting guidance on complex financial transactions and IFRS interpretations.
- Prepare and review technical accounting memoranda and position papers for management and Group Finance.
- Ensure consistent implementation of accounting policies and technical accounting requirements across all entities.
Internal Controls & Governance
- Strengthen and monitor internal controls over financial reporting in coordination with Group Finance and Internal Audit.
- Ensure compliance with segregation of duties, internal policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA/LOA), and governance frameworks.
- Lead reviews of key financial processes, contracts, cost and revenue structures, and control environments.
- Drive control enhancements, risk mitigation, and process standardization initiatives across finance operations.
Treasury, Tax & Revenue Oversight
- Oversee treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and capital structure analysis.
- Coordinate with banks on Letters of Credit (LC), Letters of Guarantee (LG), funding requirements, and financial approvals.
- Oversee tax compliance activities in coordination with tax advisors and relevant regulatory authorities.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of revenue assurance processes in line with contractual agreements.
- Review key customer and vendor contracts from financial, taxation, and risk perspectives.
Reporting, Analysis & Business Support
- Review and enhance cash flow forecasts, financial analysis, and management reporting outputs.
- Provide strategic financial insights to support business planning, commercial decisions, and organizational objectives.
- Ensure compliance with DOA/LOA requirements and established governance frameworks.
- Support the Head of Finance Operations in strategic initiatives and cross-functional financial matters.
Qualification, Skills & Experience
- Possess a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CA Finalist, ACMA, or equivalent.
- Possess 8–10 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, audit, taxation, treasury, or finance operations.
- Demonstrate strong exposure to IFRS, financial governance frameworks, and multi-entity reporting environments.
- Experience in the telecommunications industry or large-scale corporate environments will be an added advantage.
- Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, IFRS, taxation, treasury, and revenue assurance.
- Strong technical accounting, financial analysis, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to review and interpret complex financial contracts, transactions, and financial structures.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Excellent planning and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong decision‑making capabilities.
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