Finance Manager

Required Experience: (Specify industry, duration and level)

5-8 years in senior financial management roles with focus on the following areas:

• Manage and supervise the overall activities of the Finance & Accounting functions in the entities
• Provide timely weekly and monthly reporting and ensure that it represents a true and fair statement of the operating activities at all times. Responsible for the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process.
• Comply with all Group and Statutory requirements of the company at both local and Group level. Ensure that all requirements are submitted accurately and on time.
• Implements and maintain a comprehensive and efficient internal control framework in line with group policies and procedures
• Prepare the company's financial reports and present findings and recommendations to the top executive Group and senior management.
• Comply with local tax regulations and with any legal requirements
• Provide day to day support to the Country manager
• Working experience in the storage and distribution of Petroleum products in a multi-national company
• Working experience with developing and maintaining a strong finance team and finance processes - this includes the incorporation of new acquisitions if/when required. Direct involvement in the planning and execution of new business investments. Specific Knowledge Required: (Systems, Processes, etc.)
• Use of MS Office
• Understanding of integrated financial systems
• Industry knowledge
• Understanding of tax legislation

Specific Abilities Required: (Capabilities, etc.)

• Ability to work autonomously and take initiatives
• Willingness to work long hours when required is critical
• Desire and ability to achieve results under difficult circumstances and tough deadlines
• A stable track record of previous successes in a similar role is critical.
• The ability to cope with a multi-faceted workload in a high paced environment is key KPI.


Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure accuracy on financial information at all times
• Ensure that stock levels, product margins and variable costs are reviewed on a daily basis, and ensure that an efficient process is place for corrective actions
• Ensure the financial accounting system is fully implemented and used effectively.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Ensure that a (tax) efficient legal structure and relevant processes are in place at all times
• Investment analysis, reviews and recommendations
• Establish an efficient and effective structure for day to day cash management and credit control
• Ensure that effective funding and hedging structures are in place in line with corporate policies
• Establish a highlight motivated and efficient finance organization, geared for the anticipated rapid growth
• Incorporate newly acquired companies and assets into the Puma way of doing business


Required Education Level:

• Degree in Accounting / Finance
• CA/ACCA


Key Relationships and Department Overview:

Key Relationships

• Internal: Country management: CEO, Operations, Construction, HR etc., Regional management: CFO, Supply team, Finance team
• External: Counterparties, Banks, Auditors, Contractors, Legal Advisors, Consultants.