Head of Finance and Administration

Our client is seeking a Head of Finance and Administration to develop, maintain and oversee all necessary financial controls, systems and processes of the company and to ensure the efficient and effective management of the Company's finances and regulatory compliance and statutory obligations, whilst possessing a good business acumen. To Head the Administration function to allow an efficient and prolific working environment.

Responsibilities:

Duties to include but are not limited to:

• Day to day responsibility for management of the finance function whilst providing support and direction to Operation.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reporting files, highlighting any arising matters to the Corporate Head of Finance and to the General Manager.
• Ensuring timely execution of head office requests, schedules and key performance indices.
• Responsible for overseeing external auditors in completion of the company's annual audits (and internal audits when necessary).
• Responsibility for planning, accounting and budgeting, making financial and economic analyses.
• Preparation of budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Balance Sheet, Cash Flow projections and all aspects of Treasury management.
• Responsible for all financial reporting for regulatory purposes.
• Responsible for the compilation and submission of all tax related documentation.
• Providing financial support and advice to General Manager in the management of the business and in taking current and future decisions.
• To work in partnership with clients and providers to create strong synergies to maximise brand loyalty and respect.
• To manage provider payments without delays and preventing any delays that might occur.
• To manage the administration team in conducting their tasks punctually, accurately and efficiently.
• To ensure that regulatory guidelines are adhered to.
• To ensure a top level of conduct, honesty and integrity and to report any suspected incidents of fraud and corruption.
• To manage the company administration to ensure a safe, clean, attractive and functional office.
• To ensure that the office is supplied with all necessities and maintained to a high level of care.
• To work with the payroll team to ensure the timely payment of salaries. To double-check the payrolls team outputs before salaries are paid.

Critical Competencies:

• Holding an Accountancy qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and strong time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Previous experience using accounting software SAP considered an asset.