Chief Finance Officer - Africa

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CFO – Chief Finance Officer (English Speaking Africa)

Location – Africa

Start – December

Package Details:

US$ 42,000 — Negotiable – (tax free)

Excellent annual bonus

Benefits:

Western style apartment incl. utilities

Health insurance

2 times 2 weeks paid breaks per annum

2 return flights per annum to home country

Job Profile

Our client is a fast growing and well established supplier and operator of Lottery and Sports Betting Companies in Emerging Markets. They are leading the Gaming Evolution in many countries.

The company is fast growing, has doubled in size over the last 3 years, and has plans for further expansion. The company is globally recognised as a start-up specialist for gaming operations in emerging markets.

Key to the continued growth of this exciting business is efficient Finance Management:

• Leading the Finance Department (including recommendations for recruitment if considered necessary)


• Preparation and overseeing reconciliation of daily money transfers and finance reports


• Working in partnership with the CEO and Controller in London, to generate financial plans, budget and cash-flow management


• Preparation of year-end accounts, and managing the annual audit and filing of statutory accounts with authorities.


• Working with the Controller to implement financial management and month ending process.


• Working with London HQ, to develop and implement long term business / funding strategy


• Partnering with the Controller to develop and lead the company’s approach to risk, and fulfil any regulatory requirements and further evolve the financial policies and processes

Desired Skills and Experience

The Successful Candidate will be :

A Qualified account or QBE, with a proven track record of managing a finance function in a fast paced and complex environment. Ideally with some experience of managing a small team. This is a unique and high profile opportunity, working for a company with a clear vision.

• ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent) qualified


• Advanced expertise with Tally, or Sage Accounting Software (incl. Data-Import)


• At least 3 to 5 years’ staff management experience, ideally leading a Finance team within a fast paced and complex business environment.


• Will be an excellent communicator with proven planning skills


• Fluent written and verbal communicator in English.

Desirable skills:

• Experience in emerging market environments


• Independent thinker, a quick learner and have good problem-solving skills


• Experience in team training / briefing and supervision


• Supporting and contributing to the company’s dynamic ‘can do’ culture


• Good knowledge of the leisure / entertainment – gaming industry


• Experience in a service / people orientated environment would be particularly advantageous

The list of duties in the job description should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.