financial manager Angola

Region:	Angola		Division:	Angola
Office Location:	Luanda		Reporting to:	Julian Sunker ( Financial Director)
Position:	Financial Manager		Required Start Date:	ASAP
Permanent / Contract:	Permanent

Position Summary and Primary Objectives	A Portuguese speaking Financial Professional based in Luanda, Angola to take responsibility and ownership for the full financial function for the Dimension Data Operation in Angola. The purpose of the Financial Manager is to ensure accurate financial reports, budgets and forecasts and to provide financial support to the business and it’s various divisions .Prepare reports for management, summarising the business' financial position in areas of income, expenses, capital usage and cash flows, and assists with the preparation of strategic plans, budgets and financial forecasts.

Main Duties / Key Accountabilities		· Responsible to develop and maintain a fully computerized financial accounting system · Assist in the development of Finance and Project Financial analysis · Responsible and Contributes towards preparation of Company Business Plans based on input from various departments. · Maintains Financial Accounting and Costing records of the company covering but not limited to, general ledgers, accounts receivable, inventory ledgers, accounts payable, payroll, expense reports. · Follows up for recovery of customer dues and monitors AR on a daily basis and flags up exceptions sends reminders internally for collections. · Responsible for monthly General ledger closing, prepares Monthly Management Accounts, provides meaningful analysis of results and explanations for variances from budgets. Keep the time line for quarterly and annual financial reports for the Board of Directors. · Responsible for Cash Flow forecasts, bank reconciliations and performs treasury operations including letter of credits, bank balance & limits monitoring etc. · Responsible for Processing vendor payments, on due dates after ensuring approval in line with Company Delegations of Authority. · Assists in Liaisons with Govt. and Port authorities, External and Govt. auditors, banks and legal consultants / representatives as required. · Maintains accounting and deal records in accordance with the Finance documentation standards (IRDS) and industry standards that are transparent, consistent and clear audit trail

Requirements: Education, Training and Experience	In country knowledge is vital Thorough knowledge of local financial legislation and systems is essential BComm Accounts Degree at a minimum/ or equivalent Commerce qualification 3-5 years minimum experience in a similar role essential Must have worked in a similar Financial role in Angola Financial management experience Corporate management accounting experience (expense management, forecasting, budget analysis, debtors) Financial process experience Advanced Excel and accounting software

Personal Attributes and Skills Required	Fluent in Portuguese – reading and writing Able to converse in English – read, write and speak · Expert in Capital construction Project Finance and Capex Payments. · Expert in Finalizing books accounts and production of MIS Reports · Expert in compliance of accounting standards like IAS and IFRS · Able to work with complex spreadsheets in Excel and Access. Experience in working with Accounting Software packages · Excellent in problem solving, analytical, and administrative skills. · Demonstrated written and oral communication skills (English & Portuguese). · Good commercial and contracts acumen and vetting of contracts drafted · Ability to function independently within an established framework and to be practical and innovative. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times · Good organizational skills, accurate with a good eye for details. · Assertive, reliable, trustworthy, discrete, and able to work under pressure. · Leadership attitude and good decision making skills · Expert in inventory management, purchasing and logistic functions.