About This Job:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

 On behalf of our client in the Warehousing and Transportation sector, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Finance manager based in Kampala to work at site

DEPARTMENT                :           FINANCE

POSITION                     :           FINANCE MANAGER

REPORTS TO                  :           CHIEF EXECUTIVE

DOTTED LINE                :           FINANCE DIRECTOR

INTERFACES WITH         :           SENIOR MANAGERS, OPERATIONS, LOGISTICS, WAREHOUSE, HUMAN

RESOURCE

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A business degree or any other relevant degree
• Fully qualified (CPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) or in the advanced stages of completion.
• Above 7 years of working experience
• Financial Expertise: Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex financial data, identify trends, and develop insights.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey financial information to various stakeholders.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to manage and motivate a team of finance professionals.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically about financial matters and contribute to long-term planning.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve financial issues and challenges.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using financial software and tools such as Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Experience with the Big 4 audit firms would be an added advantage

Requirements

KEY RESULTS AREAS

• Developing budgets, forecasting financial performance, and analysing financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Preparing and presenting clear and concise financial statements, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Design and implementation of effective financial processes and controls
• Managing the organization’s investments, ensuring optimal returns and minimizing risk.
• Identifying and mitigating financial risks, ensuring the organization is adequately protected against potential threats.
• Ensuring adherence to financial regulations, tax laws, and other relevant legal requirements
• Managing and mentoring finance staff, overseeing their performance and development.
• Providing financial insights and recommendations to senior management and the board to support strategic decision-making.
• Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes and controls.
• Managing the organization’s cash flow to ensure sufficient funds are available for operations and investments.
• Interaction and management of suppliers/consultants and customers
• Interaction with internal and external auditors

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY; SYSTEMS/ TECHNOLOGY

• Navision
• MS Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
•  Standard office equipment e.g. fax machine, telephone, printer, PC