Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
- Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support strategic decisions.
- Develop financial models for investment, cost optimization, and business growth.
Collections & Receivables Management
- Oversee the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely invoicing and collections.
- Monitor aging reports and implement strategies to reduce overdue accounts.
- Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to resolve payment issues and disputes.
- Report collection performance and cash flow impact to senior management.
Credit Control
- Establish and enforce credit policies and procedures to minimize financial risk.
- Assess customer creditworthiness and set appropriate credit limits.
- Monitor credit exposure and ensure compliance with internal risk thresholds.
- Work with legal and commercial teams on debt recovery and dispute resolution.
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements.
- Support internal and external audits with required documentation and analysis.
Cash Flow & Treasury
- Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization.
- Support treasury operations including banking relationships and financing arrangements.
Cost Control & Operational Finance
- Monitor and control operating expenses and capital expenditures.
- Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency.
- Implement cost accounting practices for production and logistics activities.
System & Process Improvement
- Drive automation and digitalization of finance, collections, and credit control processes.
- Enhance ERP and financial systems for better data accuracy and reporting.
- Support integration and standardization across business units.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead and mentor finance, collections, and credit control staff.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration with HR, legal, procurement, and commercial teams.
- Provide financial training and support to non-finance managers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred).
- 15+ years of experience in financial management, including collections and credit control.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, cash flow management, and credit risk.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial analysis tools.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
