Position SummaryThe Regional Financial Controller is responsible for and has overall responsibility for the finance function and oversees end-to-end accounting processes, finance project management, financial controls and compliance and regulatory reporting. The incumbent will be responsible for directing Southern Africa growth through strategic financial analysis to maximize profitability and return on investments.The Regional Finance Controller is responsible and accountable for (but not limited to) the following:Define, contribute to and execute the country financial strategy and direct all financial operations through effective structuring, planning and development to increase performance and facilitate growth in line with the organizations and regions strategic and growth objectivesPlan and forecast company's business activities and financial position in area of revenue, expenses and earnings based on expected operations, with primary input from sales and operations functions to ensure forecasts & assumptions are reasonable, consistent with the business activity and accurateContribute to the development of country business strategy, challenging assumptions and decision-making and provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business driversBusiness partnering senior stakeholders across a variety of functions to create genuine value add analysis of supply and demand of business servicesDrive and direct the planning and preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variancesCollaborate with regional and/or corporate stakeholders, as relevant, to communicate financial strategies, performance, and analysis to ManagementEvaluate strategic growth and development options and investment appraisal in line with the organizations short term and long-term strategiesProvide financial analytical support when assessing the feasibility of current and pursuing new business through identifying opportunities, risk areas and providing recommendations and actions for improvementEnsure monthly tax management and reporting in accordance with prevailing tax law, regulations and timelinesBe a key member of the team that supports in analysis and negotiation of acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnershipsDevelop and refine financial models in support of business development opportunities. Build valuation models, P&L's, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow and gain consensus with the business, product and selling unitsAssessment of current finance systems/solutions to support on-going business activity and growth aspirations.Oversee and ensure that the company's financial systems are robust, compliant, and support current business operations and facilitate future growth objectivesMonitor and review financial audit process performed by external audit as a management representative to ensure that audit process is adequate and well performedLead, mentor, develop and retain the Finance team with the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly and to drive the financial strategies of the organizationCo-ordination, preparation and submission of an annual budget and monthly forecastsEvaluation and preparation of major sales bids and managing and monitoring performance of projects; accounting for long and major short-term customer projects according to IFRSEnsure that all financial matters within the department are in accordance with legislation and ethical accounting practicesPerform other duties as requested by the line and functional managersEducation, Experience, Training and Special SkillsDegree with a specialization in Finance, Accounting or a related field/ Internationally recognized Professional Accounting QualificationAt least 12 - 15 years of professional experience, preferably with five or more years in a senior financial role within a similar industryBig 4 work experience (PWC, Deloitte, E&Y, KPMG)Fluent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with advanced skills in Microsoft ExcelExperience working with ERP systems (SAP) and planning & reporting technologies (Hyperion, BIW, Tableau, etc.)Proactive leader who consistently demonstrates initiative, problem solving and decision-making skillsExcellent analytical skills with ability to interpret strategic dataStrong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board or external stakeholdersAbility to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managersCommercial acumen and insightAbility to travel as required - there is a considerable amount of travel required to fulfil this roleFluent in English and command over other regional languages will be an added advantageBehavioral CompetenciesCustomer FocusAchieving ResultsTeamworkCommunicationPassion and CommitmentAdaptablePhysical Demands / Work ConditionsFrequent travel within the region (20-30%) and intermittent international travel, as required
