Finance Manager

Yalelo is seeking an Experienced and Professional individual to work as a Finance Manager. This position will play a key role in the organization’s financial strategy, controls, audit, taxation and managing receivables. This position will also be responsible for Yalelo’s operational financial accounting activities including management reporting and statutory reporting – in line with company policy and IFRS

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and systems tailored to the FMCG sector.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and FMCG-specific regulations.
• Manage accounts receivable to optimize cash flow and minimize overdue balances.
• Oversee debt recovery efforts to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.

Internal Controls

• Establish and maintain effective internal control measures.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure financial integrity and accuracy.
• Drive the audit process to ensure compliance and address any financial discrepancies.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the management team to align financial strategies with overall FMCG company goals.
• Provide guidance and support to staff in matters related to finance and accounting.

The Essentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• ACCA or ZICA qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance management role within the FMCG industry.
• Proven ability to prepare comprehensive financial reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• ZAQA-certified qualifications are mandatory.

• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and systems tailored to the FMCG sector.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and FMCG-specific regulations.
• Manage accounts receivable to optimize cash flow and minimize overdue balances.
• Oversee debt recovery efforts to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.
• Establish and maintain effective internal control measures.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure financial integrity and accuracy.
• Drive the audit process to ensure compliance and address any financial discrepancies.
• Work closely with the management team to align financial strategies with overall FMCG company goals.
• Provide guidance and support to staff in matters related to finance and accounting.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• ACCA or ZICA qualification is required.
• ZAQA-certified qualifications are mandatory.