Head of IT (IT service delivery, new installations & enhancements, team leader, technology advisor) – Lilongwe, Malawi

Introduction
The Head of IT will act as technology advisor to senior management team and all users. The role is expected to provide leadership and direction in IT service delivery to the organization and effectively manage IT resources in delivering high quality service to all users. The role will manage and supervise new installations, enhancements or changes to IT systems and will also be responsible for building and leading an effective IT team. The role is key in driving successful implementation of strategic objectives of the bank and IT GMO.
Responsibilities
Management of the IT functions
• Develops and implements a business plan, goals, and budget for IT functions and activities that considers the overall corporate objectives, business plan and operational priorities.
• Establishes and sets quality service standards to respond to internal and external clients enquiries, requests, and issues related to IT.
• Sets and takes corrective action against significant deviations from set IT service quality standards.
• Evaluates, monitors, and controls department and staff performance against agreed performance standards and takes corrective action on significant deviations.
• Ensures that IT infrastructure the Head Office and all branches are in compliance with established IT policies, procedures and standards
• Participates in various internal Board or Management Committees as assigned by Senior Management.
• Sets the overall IT objectives, plans and monitors performance against the strategic plan; reports to Executive Management and GMO IT and takes corrective action on significant deviations
• Ensures regular client, supplier and staff satisfaction surveys regarding IT services and takes corrective action.
• Keeps abreast of current developments in microfinance and banking industry
• Remains current with organization’s technology requirements and new developments in the IT industry.
Compliance to Internal Control and Regulatory Policies and Procedures
• Oversees the documentation and application of sound and up to date IT principles and ensures compliance with IT policies , standards and procedure
• In close co-ordination with Heads of the Finance, Operations and Compliance departments, ensures that all Central Bank regulations are adhered to.
IT Disaster Recovery
• Develops and maintains up to date an IT Disaster Recovery Plan
• Documents recovery procedures and security settings for applications for the purposes of disaster recovery and user security.
• Conducts at least 2 IT Disaster recovery tests annually or as required by the Central Bank

Vendor Management
• Abides by Service Level Agreements with IT service providers
• Monitors and guards against breach of IT contracts and agreements for services, hardware and software and ensures timely renewals of contracts
• Co-ordinates and oversees the delivery, installation, setting-up, testing, and implementation of all new software, upgrades or customizations.
• Negotiates terms and conditions for IT services with support from GMO IT Commercial Director.
• Ensures established procurement process is strictly adhered to for purchases of computer services, hardware and software.
IT Systems and Services
• Identifies IT requirements and ensures that all IT functions and activities are fully resourced and budgeted for.
• Accounts for IT expenditure and ensures costs are contained and expenditure is relevant.
• Acts as a consultant to Management and all users in all matters relating to IT, applications system improvements, enhancements or changes by remaining current with organization’s technological requirements and new developments in the industry.
• Provides user support for all IT systems including monitoring and tuning the performance of system and auxiliary equipment, training of users on system applications; trouble-shooting on basic problems related to hardware, software, and auxiliary equipment of stand-alone or networked systems, and contacting contractors and suppliers to resolve the more complex technical problems.
IT Human Resources Management
• Manages the day-to-day IT functions and resolves any arising personality conflicts.
• Performs annual performance review of direct reports ensuring performance appraisals based on SMART objectives for all IT staff.
• Recruits (with input from HR and GMO IT) and maintains an effective IT team.
• Develops and mentors staff to ensure high staff morale and motivation.
• Implements clear and comprehensive organization structure and job descriptions including roles, responsibilities, competency profiles, accountabilities and authorities for all staff.
• Sets, evaluates, monitors and controls staff performance against agreed performance standards.
• Encourages teamwork and the sharing of best practice amongst all staff.
• Holds regular progress reporting and planning meetings with team
Requirements
• Malawian citizens preferred
• IT and/or Business Management-related degree, Master’s degree in relevant Engineering or Business related subject preferred
• At least 5 years working experience and advanced training in IT from small – medium banking or business environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Industry certifications e.g. MCSE, CCNE, MDBA, PRINCE2, ITIL preferred



• Wide knowledge of and advanced skills in computer hardware and software programs of diverse functionality. Including but not limited to, communications systems, desktop applications, and network administration programs.
• Knowledge of the General Banking or Financial Services Act, banking laws and regulations, local legal legislation, local employment and labor laws
• Knowledge of the lending, banking, and transformation products policies and procedures
• Knowledge and experience in lending, credit and risk management including pre-loan eligibility requirements, collateral, loan approval processes, repayment terms and incentives, delinquency and default management
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to set and communicate vision and strategy and ability to manage change.
• A high degree of interpersonal skill leading and working with various levels of the organization.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, interpret documents, understand procedures, write reports and correspondence; speak clearly to third parties and employees.
• Ability to handle difficult people and tense situations with diplomacy and tact; spot potential conflict, bring disagreements into the open, encourage debate and open discussion and orchestrate win-win situations
• Able and willing to solve complex analytical challenges, independently analyze information; and make recommendations based on analysis.
• Ability to consolidate and prepare to a high standard of accuracy local regulatory, statutory and executive management and board reports
• Ability to analyze, diagnose, design, plan, execute and evaluate work to time, cost and quality targets, exhibiting thorough familiarity with available methods, procedures, tools, equipment and standards associated with own area of specialization and making correct choices from alternatives
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to adapt and work co-operatively and effectively in different situations and teams to carry out assigned task
• Ability to delegate effectively amongst teams and staff, and show commitment to the long-term development of the team members through coaching, mentoring, and the creation of development opportunities
• Disposition to share IT and MIS knowledge fully and willingly with other employees in the interest of the company
• Commitment to the international network mission, core Christian values the ability to incorporate the mission and values in the work place.
Key Relationships
• Chief Executive Officer
• Chief Information Officer, GMO
• Department Heads
• IT Service Providers
• Regional Director, IT (Africa)

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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Compliance Manager: Africa (strategy, policies, training, AML, cost management) – Johannesburg, South Africa

Compliance Manager: Africa (strategy, policies, training, AML, cost management) – Johannesburg, South Africa

Introduction

To co-ordinate, facilitate and manage the compliance function for the Cluster through monitoring, reporting and developing networks, providing advice to minimise regulatory, reputational and compliance risk, and endeavour to avert potential litigations/penalties and ultimately increase shareholder value for the Bank.

Responsibilities

Process Development and Maintenance
• Create and maintain a compliance culture within Africa
• Ensure that the compliance framework is effectively implemented in Africa
• Formulate and implement a Compliance Plan which addresses the compliance risks faced by Africa and is in line with the strategy and business objectives of the Division
• Implement internal Group Risk Deliverables
• Acquire a sound working knowledge of the Africa business and all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures affecting Africa
• Develop and document governance and compliance procedures and processes
• Obtain commitment from management to resolve issues of non-compliance
• Assist subsidiaries with the implementation of Corporate Governance and Business Governance principles.
• Advise, consult and provide effective recommendations to line management on compliance breaches
• Set standard for policies and procedures, review and implementation and adherence
• Report non-compliance to Management and facilitate resolution thereof
• Update and keep of register of non-compliance issues
• Establish effective and efficient ERCOs and Compliance Forums as part of the compliance framework
• Compile and maintain a Compliance Manual and Intranet site
• Set-up and manage ad hoc compliance projects
Customer / Satisfaction
• Provide advisory and training service to the business and subsidiaries with respect to regulatory requirements and internal processes and procedures
• Assist subsidiaries with the implementation of AML requirements and identification of Compliance Risks faced by subsidiaries.
• Management of risk escalation process between subsidiaries.
• Monitor and manage regulatory and reputational exposures within the subsidiaries
• Ensure that the Group Compliance policies are rolled out to the Africa arm and the subsidiaries customise and implement Group Compliance policies within their business
• Obtain relevant feedback via Compliance reports from subsidiaries i.e.o Monthly reports/senior management reports, risk event reports ,Add hoc reports
• Provide independent Compliance reports
• All reporting be of high quality and timeous
• Instil the Compliance culture and quality philosophy

• Formulate and implement a Governance and Compliance Monitoring Plan
• Conduct independent compliance monitoring
• Monitor changes in the regulatory environment
• Develop networks and relationships with all key stakeholders i.e. Senior and Regional Managers / Enterprise Governance and Compliance and Internal Audit
• Participate in Group and Cluster compliance initiatives
• Monitor the effectiveness and adherence to Code of conduct / value journey / quality philosophy / Ethics / complaints process
Cost management and Minimise Regulatory Fines
• Manage and monitor all Compliance related expenditure
• Control Project expenses
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with all stakeholders i.e. Group Compliance, Group Internal Audit, SARB,CISA, FIC, Ombudsman and other banks. (in country regulators)
• Establish mechanisms to avert and/or minimize impact of penalties.
• Effective identification of Governance and Compliance risks areas to enable reduction of risks or potential risks
• Assist in the customisation, implementation and maintenance of the ERMF.
• Ensure accurate, timeous and complete Risk Event or loss reporting and resolution
• Ensure management takes prompt action to rectify or ensure rectification of risk incidents/losses
Operational Leadership / Development
• Assist subsidiaries with Compliance Risk Management
• Create awareness and knowledge on Compliance
• Formulate a Training Plan and implement effective compliance training
• Build a strong compliance team
• Implement Staff Development and Training Plans for Compliance staff members
• Identify and discuss development gaps with individuals
• Conduct performance management meetings with appropriate action implemented and reward/reinforce accordingly.
• Continuous research and self-development to support common goal plus team concept and knowledge sharing at Cluster level.
• Act as custodian of Compliance (knowledge and expertise) for the Division to advise management.
• Identify and address all compliance related HR issues.
• Live and support company values and deep green aspirations
• Lead and manage all people issues promptly and in a professional manner in line with company values.
• Manager all HR issues, promptly and professionally
• Conduct career discussions bi-annually

Requirements
• B-Degree or related Diploma in a Legal or Accounting discipline
• Minimum 3 - 5 years General Banking experience with an additional 2 years Compliance
• CISA Membership and Professional Standard Level 2
• Advanced Diploma in Banking Law
• Post Graduate Diploma in Compliance Management (UJ)

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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Head of Risk (strategic, credit, product, operational, regulatory risk) – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Head of Risk (strategic, credit, product, operational, regulatory risk) – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Introduction
The Head of Risk’s main objective is to enhance and integrate the function for Bank-wide Risk Management across the bank; to build capacity and the ability to identify, measure, monitor and control the underlying risks – mainly Strategic, Credit, Liquidity, Interest Rate, Price, Foreign Exchange Rate, Operational, Reputational and Regulatory – that the Bank continues to face.
Risk is the potential that events, expected or unexpected, may have an adverse impact on the Bank’s capital and earnings. The Bank, in its normal course of business takes calculated risks. Initiatives, business growth, new products, improved technology-based services and the global integration of banking give rise to the necessity of measuring, monitoring and minimizing the risks assumed by the Bank.
Risk Management, through the Board Committees, is an independent risk function which seeks to provide assurance to a variety of stakeholders that risks are appropriately managed across product, countries and regions and that the institution's risk is within its stated tolerance levels. The Risk Management function is responsible for providing independent oversight of policies, procedures and standards concerning the measurement, monitoring and control of market risks (both trading and non-trading), trading credit risk and trading operational risk across the company’s portfolios.
Responsibilities
COUNTRY RISK MANAGEMENT
Establish comprehensive Risk Management Programmes that will embed sound risk management. This will ensure:
Active Board and Senior Management Oversight
• Continuous review, monitoring and effective reporting to the Country CEO / Board on the risk profile of the company and individual banks.
• For all risks identified, propose mitigants and recommend to the relevant Board on the new risk parameters to be set up.
• Assist in review of Board Committee papers and Risk management committee papers and attend the following Country level meetings: Risk Management Committee; Board Credit Committee; Board Asset and Liability Committee; and the Board Audit Committee.
Adequate Policies Procedures and Limits
• Standardisation of Risk Management Policies and Procedures and embed risk management processes across the individual banks within the Country.
• Annual review of Risk Management Policies and procedures.
• Assist in formulation and review of new policies and procedures for new Country products, and for guidelines issued by the regulatory authorities.


Adequate Risk Monitoring and Management Information Systems (MIS)
• Coordinate with functional/ branch/ unit heads and catalyze assessment of functional risks within the Country.
• Conduct Country Risk Team meetings and facilitate implementation and review of the action points arising out of the meetings.
• Continuous monitoring of risk assessment matrix for credit, market and operational functions.
• Align Risk management processes with market opportunities
Adequate Internal Controls
• Facilitate integrated risk-based audit.
• Measure risks where needed and suggest mitigants.
Other
• To establish a comprehensive and sound Risk Management culture that will enable management to understand and monitor the risks faced by the bank, to be achieved through active participation in monthly management committee meetings - MCC, ALCO, CACT, ORCO, CFCT,BDMC, HRC.
• To improve monitoring capabilities and enhance overall operational efficiencies within the bank.
CREDIT RISK MANAGEMENT
Credit Assessment
• To participate in the formulation of bank credit policies and lending practices in such areas as large exposures, credit concentration, sectoral exposure, maturity of securities, etc.
• To establish, design and review credit grading systems and establish quality assurance measurements.
• To pursue measures that will improve lending skills and standards – such as staff training.
• Develop a regional data bank on industry analyses / market intelligence and liaise with the Credit Reference Bureaux so as to review and initiate action to enrich and modify the overall credit risk profile of the bank. An update on the risk profile to be submitted to the CEO and the respective Board on a quarterly basis with findings and recommendations on way forward.
Credit Control / Monitoring
• To monitor the prevailing trend and quality of the credit portfolio in the bank, through various management report such as Arrears and NPA Accounts Reports,
• Monitoring of credit risk so as to ascertain the overall health of each asset and overall portfolio and confirm that exposures are in line with the bank’s policy guidelines so as to ensure the quality of the Country’s credit portfolio
• To review HR capacities in relation to credit functions in all the units and in liaison with the Human Resources Department identify training needs and recruitment of staff where necessary.
• To participate in the general management of the Bank and in this regard streamline the credit operations in the Bank through actively participation in re-engineering systems and controls review programmes.
• Oversee implementation of the systems and controls as they relate to credit functions at all branches/banks.
• Ensure that all the Bank's Credit Policy and Procedures are implemented across all banks and branches.
Credit Administration
• Ensure that the process of disbursement and custody of security documentation is in line with Policies and procedures.
Debt Recovery
• The Risk Department will monitor and report through the County Head - Risk and discuss the Credit Risk findings at the Management Credit Risk Committee (MCC). In its monthly meetings, MCC will review the Key Credit Risk Indicators and devise control mechanisms for controlling various Credit Risks in the Bank. The Committee will also recommend suitable mitigants, policies and processes etc. to the Board Credit Committee (BCC) for management of Credit Risk.
OPERATIONAL RISK
• To assist in assessing and implementing effective operational risk management by branches /unit heads.
• Establish adequate safeguards to protect against Operational Risks including Internal fraud, external fraud, employment practices, market manipulation, execution failures through data entry, business disruptions, failed mandatory reporting, negligence.
• The Risk Department will monitor and report the OR findings to the Operational Risk Committee (ORCO). In its monthly meetings, ORCO will review the Key Operating Risk Indicators and devise control mechanisms for controlling various ORs in the Bank. The Committee will also recommend suitable policies etc. to the Board Risk Management Committee (BRMC) for management of Operational Risk.
MARKET RISK
• Identify Market risk factors (equity, interest rate, currency, and commodity) and develop approaches of strategies to address them.
• Monitoring of the ALM risks and review of the Liquidity Ratio, Rate sensitivity gaps, currency-wise gap analysis, net margins, Value at Risk (VaR), trading activities and impact analysis in a worst case scenario to test the Bank’s resilience
• The Risk Department will monitor and report the ALM risk findings to the ALCO. In its monthly meetings, ALCO will review the Key ALM Risk Indicators and devise control mechanisms for controlling various ORs in the Bank. The Committee will also recommend suitable policies etc. to the Board Asset Liability committee (BALCO) for management of ALM Risk.
REPUTATIONAL RISK
• Assess and recommend mitigating measures for reputational and regulatory risks identified to the Cross functional Communication Committee. The committee to discuss and report the issues by way of minutes to the BRMC.

COMPLIANCE & REGULATORY RISK
• Review the quality of reporting on critical functional areas – Credit, Treasury, Operations and ICT – Regulatory reports and external audit reports
• Ascertain the risks through the regulatory reports, external and internal audit, inspection reports and close the risk areas identified.
Requirements
• University graduate. A Banking Qualification would be advantageous.
• Candidate must be computer literate
• A minimum of 10 years banking experience, with at least 5 years in a senior managerial position.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with good command of oral and written knowledge of English.
• A structured approach to dealing with complex and variable work environments in an independent manner.
• Ability to balance opposing business requirements.
• Ability to balance long term and short term requirements independently
• Strong evaluation, communication and reporting skills
• Able to provide advice and cause/effect evaluation to support business decision making
• Independent and logical thinker, yet an achiever and implementer
• Leads by example
• Good at managing large volumes of information and can add value through management reporting

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Legal Officer (contracts, research, qualified attorney) – Johannesburg, South Africa

Legal Officer (contracts, research, qualified attorney) – Johannesburg, South Africa
Introduction
My client, an investment firm focusing on Africa, is looking for a Legal Officer to assist the Legal Manager in their head office in Johannesburg. This candidate will work on a new Southern African fund – thus experience in the setting up of new funds, contracts, conveyancing, loan agreements and suretyship would prove to be a big advantage.
Responsibilities
• Support to the Legal Manager;
• Research (local & foreign law) & draft opinions;
• Assist the Legal Manager to draft submissions to be included in board packs;
• Compliance with various agreements & laws;
• Liaise with investors;
• Draft resolutions;
• Helping to set up fund – drafting contracts, etc

Requirements
Qualifications:
Admitted attorney LLB; (with or without post articles experience. Post articles experience is an advantage).
Experience:
• Experience in law firm; and / or
• Experience in a corporate environment (investment funds, conveyancing);
• Drafting contracts and other professional correspondence;
• Knowledge of loan agreements and suretyships
• Knowledge of securities (bonds & notarial bonds an advantage) / conveyancing process (an advantage).
Competencies:
• Above average business communication skills (English as a first language);
• Results driven;
• Accuracy;
• Manage workloads & deadlines;
• Analytical thinking; professionalism & ethics;
• Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Head of Corporate Banking (managing credit and risk, strengthening brand, marketing plans) – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Head of Corporate Banking (managing credit and risk, strengthening brand, marketing plans) – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Introduction
The Head of Corporate Banking has primary responsibility for growing and managing the credit portfolio and liabilities through acquisition of qualified customers and management of risk. These will be delivered through the setting of goals and communicating strategy, strengthening the CRM culture including specifically:
• Marketing the regional brand and strengthening local competitiveness
• Growing the customer base through a culture of service based sales of appropriate products
• Delivering superior service to the clients and optimizing regional synergies
• Providing staff with quality leadership and direction
• Internal operations, risk and process management.
Responsibilities
• Design and secure approval for the implementation of innovative banking products in line with the Bank's strategic plan and marketing programmes while optimizing sales opportunities through cross-sell and up-sell.
• Design and implement proactive market plans by developing and managing of new existing corporate business of the bank that will optimize the banks customer needs and
• Provide high quality service to customers, utilising service as a sales opportunity
• Data mining to identify sales opportunities and prioritise target customer groups based on local market knowledge and the potential sustainable contribution to the bank.
• Manage sales and service to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the branch channel, direct sales agents and relationship.
• Provide high quality of sales and marketing process though the branch channels within the Bank’s niche market and the target customer group.
• Proactive follow up of leads to close a sale
• Sell a product solution to the customer as opposed to a single product sale
• Be informed and knowledgeable on product launches, campaigns and advertising
• Generate leads for relationship banking of high value clients
• Manage the relationship banking proposition and its delivery to customers
• Provide high quality reports on sales and operations within country and group structures
• Identify new branch locations, develop a business plan for any new branches, and implement.
• Relationship Management on selective high net-worth corporate customers including managing, monitoring, controlling and being responsible for the portfolio handled. Such process to include:
o Interviewing high net-worth customers and taking care of their credit needs.
o Collecting all credit information from such customers and facilitating completion of all forms required as per Credit Policy.
o Preparing a Call Report
o Preparing Credit Application and seeking approval
o Preparing Letter of offer after approval


o After acceptance of Letter of offer, following up on all terms and conditions of approval including perfection of securities, valuation reports, insurances, etc. before the loan is disbursed / facility is established.
o Monitoring the relationship from disbursement and attending to all customer needs from the bank
o Initiate all credit correspondence to the customers
o Initiating credit memoranda for appropriate approval on issues requiring clearances on the relationships managed
Human Resources
• Liaison with the Regional Human Resources Manager in co–coordinating staff appraisal programmes and overall supervision of staff to ensure that business targets of the Department are achieved;
• Prepares and manages Department’s establishment, staff cost, and budgets to ensure that they are within the overall budget.
• Identify in liaison with the Regional Human Resources Manager appropriate on the job training and development programmes and to act as internal resources development for staff being supervised;
• Any other job as may be delegated or assigned from time to time.
Requirements
• A master’s degree or Bachelor of Business Administration with a bias in Banking, Marketing or Finance
• Job holder must be computer literate
• A minimum of 7 years of banking experience 5 years of which in a senior managerial position.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with good command of both oral and written English.
• Swahili and local dialect will be an added advantage
• A structured approach to dealing with complex and variable work environments in an independent manner.
• A strong sales culture with the ability to manage sales teams effectively
• Ability to balance opposing business requirements.
• Ability to balance long term and short term requirements independently
• Strong analytical communication and reporting skills
• Able to provide advice and cause/effect evaluation to support business decision making
• Independent and logical thinker, yet an achiever and implementer
• Leads by example
• Good at managing large volumes of information and can add value through management reporting
• Builds relationships and networks easily
• Has a strong service ethic

Send your CV to Danelle at CA Global (danelle@caglobalint.com), or visit our website (www.banking-recruitment-jobs.com) for further information.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Financial Director (financial, fiscal, statutory, budgets, procurement) – Kisumu, Kenya

Financial Director (financial, fiscal, statutory, budgets, procurement) – Kisumu, Kenya
Introduction
The Financial Director’s role reports directly to the Managing Director in the provision of financial, fiscal, statutory, budgeting, operational, procurement and related services. The incumbent of this role is responsible for the effective and efficient financial, business & operational management of the company.
Responsibilities
Presentation to Directors & Shareholders the monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis.
• Oversee & review the production of Income Statement and Balance Sheet with all the relevant detailed reconciliations. Authorisation of all Procurement, PO’s, Sales Orders, payments, BOMs, Capex and inter-company loan accounts.
• Follow up with respective Departments within the firm until satisfied that the information is complete, accurate and analysis provided.
Presentation of monthly flash results
• Oversee & review the production of the flash results into excel model.
• Follow up with respective departments until satisfied that the information is complete and accurate and analysis provided.
Cash & Risk Management
• Manage on-going banking, revenue authority, supplier & customer relationships.
• Design & develop cashflow forecasting for the company and manage long-term cash forecasts.
• Ensure appropriate legal review of all contracts in place throughout the company.
• Manage all current Legal cases
Accounting & Financial controls & Strategy
• Manage financial systems & operational controls, oversee the external audit, review & analyse monthly results, ensure company is compliant with all internal policies, procedures & regulations and ensure filings are completed timeously. Provide detailed Financial & business strategy for the company
• Liaise with group IT dept & Accpac consultants to ensure smooth running of all IT functions.
Management of all Statutory & Stakeholder Requirements
• Oversee company statutory files to ensure they comply with relevant legislation & regulations.
• Keep Board members informed or their responsibilities.
• Ensure decisions of the Board of Directors are implemented & stakeholders informed. Maintain relations with any offshore agents & maintain all company records.

Budgeting & Financial Modelling
• Preparation & management of annual budgets for the company.
• Manage & control departmental expenditure within agreed budgets.
• Provide financial modelling and analysis to all departments.
Operational & Project management.
• Management of all Procurement for the company, any import/export projects, contracts & agreements, new business and legal aspects of the company.
• Continual and frequent communication to relevant stakeholders in order to assist with effective decision-making. Review all ExCo meetings in detail with follow up & escalation where required. Highlight risks to the business where relevant.
Ad Hoc duties to ensure the optimisation of the company
• Collation of information / documentation for due diligence, centralising information, verify accuracy and provide input on any ad hoc request made by management from time to time.
Requirements
• Professional Qualification (Commercial Degree - B.COMM or CA)
• Preferably South African citizen
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar diverse business environment – production environment preferred
• Please note: This is a VERY SENIOR position and candidates NEED to have MINIMUM 10 years of experience
• Extensive & sound accounting / financial management, business & operational knowledge
• Knowledge of Accpac or similar accounting package, E-workflow, and a Business Integration package
• Payroll & HR experience will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of country specific legislation & statutory requirements

Skills and Attributes


• High level of Business Acumen
• Leadership skills
• Proactive Collaboration
• Building Alliances
• Responsibility & Accountability
• Strategic and Logical Thinker
• Judgement and Decision making
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Diligence & Dedication
• Comfort around higher management
• Organisational Rescilience
• Emotional Wisdom
• Attention to detail - meticulous
• Interaction and Communication Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Report writing Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Research Skills
• Assessment and Interpretation skills – Information Processing skills
• Pro-activeness
• Results driven
• Stress Tolerance
• Cultural Sensitivity/Appreciation
• Computer Literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Accpac)
• Willing to travel


Send your CV to Danelle at CA Global (danelle@caglobalint.com), or visit our website (www.banking-recruitment-jobs.com) for further information.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted