Deputy Finance Manager

Role Objective

To provide the organization with financial strategic planning and ensure regulatory compliance key insights into business performance to support decision‑making and drive profitability management with various MIS reports including investment and new business line expansions. Develop, review and implement systems, policies and processes for the Finance function which will improve financial monitoring, accountability and growth across AIS branches.

• Coordinate, maintain and improve Strategic Funding Plan and update related models.
• Monthly Profitability Reporting: prepare detailed monthly reports comparing actual financial results to the budget and prior year’s performance, highlight key variances, trends and provide actionable insights to management.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: lead the budgeting process working with various departments to develop annual budgets; provide ongoing forecasting updates to ensure financial objectives are being met and adjust as needed; continually identify risks to delivery, propose solutions where necessary and effectively manage stakeholder expectations throughout.
• Feasibility Studies for New Projects: conduct thorough financial analysis and feasibility studies for new business ventures, investments and projects; provide financial recommendations and evaluate the impact on overall company performance.
• Financial Decision Impact Analysis: analyze the financial impact of business decisions and strategic initiatives; offer guidance to senior management by assessing the profitability and financial viability of proposed changes or investments.
• Cost Control and Efficiency Improvements: monitor and analyze cost structures to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved operational efficiency.
• Management of Financial Reporting Systems: maintain and improve financial reporting systems to ensure accuracy, timeliness and efficiency in reporting and data analysis.
• Support to Senior Management: assist in providing financial insights and data to support management in strategic planning and decision‑making.
• Ad‑Hoc Analysis: perform other ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed to support business operations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements; ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the corporate cash flow to ensure the group is adequately funded to meet its short, medium and long‑term cash requirements and investment strategies.
• Supervise an end‑to‑end audit process of current systems while acting as the first point of contact for external auditors.

• Education:
  
  Minimum University Degree in Accounting & Finance;
  Chartered Accountant certification.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Special Skills & Knowledge: IFRS standards; strong leadership quality; high interpersonal & communication skills; strong knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software; good problem‑solving and analytical skills.