Overview

Job Title: Finance Manager – 1 Post

Job location: Dar es Salaam

Akofa East Africa (T) Limited

 

 

The goal of Akofa East Africa (T) Limited is to become the top cashew nut processors based on farmers in East Africa and beyond. Our goal is to enhance cashew products by using efficient techniques and cutting-edge technologies, working closely with farmers, and utilizing forceful marketing techniques. Our goal is to establish an environment where greatness flourishes, grounded in our fundamental values of safety, quality, efficiency, environmental sustainability, teamwork, integrity, customer focus, and innovation. Akofa is seeking highly qualified and driven candidates to fill the following positions:

Position: Finance Manager – 1 Post

 

The Job Purpose:

To supervise and enhance the company’s financial plan while guaranteeing long-term profitability, sustainability, and compliance. The current accounting systems must be regularly fixed and improved in order to manage the treasury function and credit control and to give management correct financial data.

 

 

The main responsibilities:

  • Create and implement financial strategy and plans. Develop long-term financial goals and plans to help the organization develop and stabilize.
  • To prepare and present financial reports and statements. Ensure that the company’s financial health is accurately and timely reported, such as through income statements and balance sheets.
  • To monitor and manage cash flow to maintain liquidity: Monitor incoming and outgoing cash to ensure that the organization can satisfy its short-term obligations.
  • To create and manage budgets to control costs: Create and monitor budgets to efficiently manage spending and allocate resources.
  • To identify and manage financial risks: Analyze financial risks (such as market or credit risks) and take steps to mitigate their impact.
  • Ensure conformity with the tax laws and regulations: To prevent penalties, ensure that tax preparation, filing, and adherence to applicable tax regulations are followed.
  • To lead and manage the finance staff efficiently: Supervise and guide the finance staff in achieving organizational goals.
  • To analyze financial data to increase profits: Examine financial metrics and key performance indicators to find opportunities for cost savings and revenue development.
  • To implement and manage financial systems and tools: Adopt and manage technology to improve financial operations and reporting processes.

 

The Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Academic requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from a reputable institution, with a master’s degree preferred.

Professional certification in CPA (T).

Experience: Three to four years of relevant experience.

 

The Skills:

  • Decision making.
  • Senior management requires the ability to interpret long-term strategies, projects, and budgets.
  • Interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Project management abilities.
  • Strategic management abilities.

 

 

The Mode of Application:

The interested and eligible candidates should apply online at info@sabayi.co.tz before February 7th, 2025.

NB: Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Akofa is an equal opportunity employer.