Finance Manager
Our client is an innovative real estate development company dedicated to resolving the housing deficit in Africa.
Job Summary
The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the company by managing financial planning, budgeting, accounting, cash flow, and compliance. The role supports strategic decision-making by providing accurate financial reports, forecasts, and analysis related to property development, sales, leasing, and asset management.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for projects and operations
- Monitor company cash flow, expenses, and profitability
- Prepare and present financial updates, performance reports, and forecasts to stakeholders
- Ensure transparent and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Evaluate company’s investment opportunities through financial modeling, feasibility studies, and ROI analysis
- Support capital raising initiatives including debt, equity, and project financing
- Support asset valuation exercises and impairment assessments
- Optimize asset returns through cost control, refinancing, and restructuring strategies
- Track project costs, construction expenses, and development budgets
- Analyze investment opportunities, ROI, and feasibility of new projects
- Manage audits and liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulators
- Ensure accurate bookkeeping and adherence to accounting standards
- Manage bank accounts, payments, and collections
- Ensure timely payment to vendors, contractors, and service providers
- Provide financial insights to management for decision-making
- Improve internal controls and financial processes
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CPA) is an advantage
- Minimum of 5–7 years experience in finance or accounting
- Prior experience in real estate or construction is highly preferred
- Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
- Knowledge of real estate financial operations
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
- High level of integrity and attention to detail
- Strong leadership and communication skills