Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for Finance Manager to join our team in Tanzania. In this role, you will be responsible for providing accurate and timely financial reporting. Setting up Internal Controls and ensuring they are being followed by staff. Enforcing sound financial integrity; with accurate and timely processing of all accounting transactions.

Your main duties shall include;

• Preparation of accurate Monthly Management Reports and Sundry Analytical Reports on time as required by Management.
• Audit Liaison; Act as the primary liaison with Internal, External and Tax auditors by addressing discrepancies and ensure compliance.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures (AHK Eastern Africa specific and Group Financial Policies by implementing and managing robust internal financial controls to protect the assets of the company.
• Capex review and budgeting: Support capex expenditure review and provide financial inputs in preparing the annual Growth Plan.
• Ensure compliance with Tanzanian regulations and guidelines and keep informed of any changes.
• Ensure compliance with the AHK Group Financial Policies.
• Liaise with company stakeholders (Banks, Suppliers, Government Institutions, Consultants, Sub-Contractors etc.) to build and maintain a good relationship.
• Liaise with Operations, Job Administration, Human Resource department and the Site Operation teams in the interest of meeting company KPIs
• Manage the finance department to ensure smooth running of all the functions in the department.
• Organising daily team workload to meet agreed schedules of reporting to clients
• Supervise the validation of sales invoices and ensure sales reports are accurate

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight in this role, you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Competencies

• Demonstrate data management skills.
• Problem identification and resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Adaptable
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills with a good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Spreadsheet Competency: Expertise in managing data sets in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and competency in preparing management information and reports.
• Experience in use of accounting software/systems

Required Work Experience

• Minimum 4 years working experience.
• Experience working as a senior auditor in a renowned audit company will be an added advantage.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) Tanzania.
• Understanding of Accounting Concepts, Legislative and IFRS requirements.

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

• Preparation of accurate Monthly Management Reports and Sundry Analytical Reports on time as required by Management.
• Audit Liaison; Act as the primary liaison with Internal, External and Tax auditors by addressing discrepancies and ensure compliance.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures (AHK Eastern Africa specific and Group Financial Policies by implementing and managing robust internal financial controls to protect the assets of the company.
• Capex review and budgeting: Support capex expenditure review and provide financial inputs in preparing the annual Growth Plan.
• Ensure compliance with Tanzanian regulations and guidelines and keep informed of any changes.
• Ensure compliance with the AHK Group Financial Policies.
• Liaise with company stakeholders (Banks, Suppliers, Government Institutions, Consultants, Sub-Contractors etc.) to build and maintain a good relationship.
• Liaise with Operations, Job Administration, Human Resource department and the Site Operation teams in the interest of meeting company KPIs
• Manage the finance department to ensure smooth running of all the functions in the department.
• Organising daily team workload to meet agreed schedules of reporting to clients
• Supervise the validation of sales invoices and ensure sales reports are accurate

• Demonstrate data management skills.
• Problem identification and resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Adaptable
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills with a good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Spreadsheet Competency: Expertise in managing data sets in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and competency in preparing management information and reports.
• Experience in use of accounting software/systems

• Degree in Accounting or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) Tanzania.
• Understanding of Accounting Concepts, Legislative and IFRS requirements.