Head of Finance

About Alistair Group

Alistair Group is a leading service provider in East and Southern Africa, specializing in logistics with expertise in road freight and the leasing of material handling equipment. The company has rapidly expanded its reach and service portfolio, now operating across sixteen countries and employing over 800 staff members. The Group's core areas include material supply, customs clearance, road freight, material handling, warehousing, equipment rental both offshore and onshore, and specialized inspection services.

Alistair Group's vision is to be recognized as the company that enhances operational efficiency throughout Africa, guided by values such as honesty, customer-centric focus, continuous improvement, humility, and safety.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations for the Group's companies within the country, managing departments such as Treasury, Payroll, General Accounting, Taxation, Internal Controls, Audit, and Cost Control.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing processes, validating account balances, reconciling trips, and completing necessary postings per schedule.
• Generate precise financial reports within deadlines, including annual budgets, bi-annual forecasts, monthly management reports, and weekly cash flow statements.
• Manage the annual statutory audit process to secure timely approval and filing of audited financial statements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with Revenue Authorities, handling tax matters and audits to safeguard the company from any liabilities.
• Develop and maintain the Group's Finance, Procurement, and Administration policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead and manage a team of more than two finance personnel, creating strategies to retain key talent.
• Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and legislation relevant to the business environment.
• Facilitate efficient communication of financial data to the Financial Planning & Analysis department and the Group Head of Finance for consolidated reporting.
• Implement Group financial policies to optimize and unify finance processes at the country level.
• Execute any additional assignments as directed by the Group CFO.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration is required.
• Possessing a Certified Accountant credential is advantageous.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Five years of relevant industry work experience.
• Minimum of three years in a managerial role with similar responsibilities.
• International work exposure is preferred.
• Motivated to contribute to the growth and development of a dynamic company.
• Excellent communication and organizational capabilities.
• Strong leadership qualities and self-drive.

Personal Attributes

• Meticulous attention to detail combined with a high level of responsibility.
• Resilient under operational pressure and able to maintain performance standards.
• Proactive and ethical, leading by example in all professional interactions.
• Sound judgment with the ability to manage and escalate issues independently when necessary.

Additional Information

The Company retains the discretion to withdraw candidates from the recruitment process at any stage. Participation in assessments or interviews does not guarantee any employment offer. By applying, candidates agree to the processing of their personal data according to the company's privacy policies.