Head of Finance

Company Overview

Alistair Group is one of the fastest expanding service providers in East and Southern Africa, specializing in a broad range of logistics operations including road freight and equipment rental for material handling. With a workforce exceeding 800 employees, the Group operates in sixteen countries and is positioned for further significant growth.

Core Competencies

• Material Supply
• Customs Clearance
• Road Freight
• Material Handling
• Storage and Warehousing
• Offshore and Onshore Equipment Rental
• Specialized Inspection Services

Vision and Values

The company aims to be recognized as the organization that improves Africa's operational efficiencies. It upholds values such as honesty, customer focus, continual improvement, humility, and safety.

Job Role and Responsibilities

The Head of Finance will oversee the financial operations of Alistair's national offices, managing activities including treasury, payroll, accounting, taxation, audit, internal controls, and cost management.

• Ensure the month-end closing procedure is executed smoothly with validated balances, reconciled trips, and timely postings.
• Prepare accurate financial documents on schedule, including budgets, forecasts, monthly management accounts, and weekly cash flow reports.
• Lead the annual statutory audit process, securing audit completion and filing within deadlines.
• Serve as the liaison with Revenue Authorities to address tax issues and audits without exposing the company to risk.
• Develop and enforce finance, procurement, and administrative policies and controls.
• Manage and mentor a team of at least two finance personnel, focusing on retention strategies for high performers.
• Stay updated on evolving financial laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with the FP&A department and Group Finance head to ensure accurate consolidated reporting.
• Implement group-level policies to standardize and optimize finance processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Group CFO.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration.
• Professional accounting certification is an advantage.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• At least five years' relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of three years in a comparable managerial position.
• Experience with international business environments.
• Ambition to contribute to the development and expansion of a growing company.
• Strong administrative and communication capabilities.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and leadership skills.

Required Competencies

• High attention to detail and accountability.
• Ability to perform effectively under stress.
• Proactive, ethical mindset with exemplary leadership qualities.
• Sound judgment with independent issue management and escalation capability.

Additional Information

The organization reserves the right to discontinue the recruitment process at its discretion. Participation in assessments or interviews does not constitute an employment offer or guarantee future employment. Progress in the recruitment does not ensure a final job offer.