Finance Specialist

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The Finance Specialist will ensure the effective management of the Company's accounting and finance functions by maintaining accurate financial records, preparing statutory and management reports, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and local regulations. The role will also support treasury operations, audits, tax compliance, and shareholder reporting, while facilitating communication between stakeholders to enable sound financial decision-making and the achievement of business objectives.

• Manage the financial planning and budgeting process for the Company, in alignment with the Company's strategy and main commercial contracts, taking into account operational and financial performance targets
• Support the CFO in managing relationships with insurers, including policy updates, renewals, and coordination of coverage as needed
• Support the CFO in managing banking relationships and implementing extensions / renewals of existing financing facilities
• Support the CFO in maintaining the financial model, running scenario and sensitivity analysis, analysing investment efficiency parameters
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial information to tax advisors, external auditors, shareholders, corporate teams, CEO, CFO, and for all statutory/public filings.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities proactively and in compliance with timelines.
• Perform day-to-day accounting activities to maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts.
• Maintain an organised and detailed set of records and files to document all financial transactions.
• Review the general ledger on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of postings and review Balance Sheet Integrity schedules prepared by the Accountant.
• Coordinate with the CFO to resolve complex accounting issues under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and applicable local laws.
• Manage treasury operations, including fund placements/movements, debt servicing, dividend payments, and cash flow projections.
• Liaise with banks and financial institutions to ensure smooth treasury operations.
• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports (historical and current) to internal and external stakeholders, including IFRS-based accounts, inter-company reconciliations, store reports, bank reconciliations, and supplier reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly closing checklists, variance analyses (actual vs. budget and prior year), and IFRS assessments.
• Maintain proper and updated records of the Company's fixed assets and inventory.
• Recommend and implement improvements in accounting processes and procedures in line with international best practices.
• Support internal, external & ICFR audit processes to ensure timely and successful completion of audits across all entities.
• Provide necessary information for tax return filings, including monthly withholding tax, VAT compliance (where applicable), and other ad-hoc requirements.
• Take lead in setting up separate books of accounts in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Handle the complete accounting and finance functions of the companies in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial planning & analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, local tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with treasury operations, audits (internal and external), and financial controls.
• Proven ability to prepare and present financial reports for senior management and shareholders.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel modelling skills.
• Expertise in Balance Sheet Integrity practice.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Electric Power Generation