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About the job Internal Financial Officer

Job Title: Internal Financial Officer (IFO)- Readvertisement 

Our client, which has offices across Botswana, is seeking an Internal Financial Officer to join its dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm. The firm specializes in providing comprehensive accounting, company secretarial, payroll, and tax solutions to a diverse clientele. Its team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Responsibilities: As the IFO, you will be a key player in shaping our financial strategy and driving growth. Your responsibilities will include:

  1. Financial Leadership:
    • Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
    • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
    • Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights.
  2. Risk Management:
    • Identify and manage financial risks related to cash flow, capital allocation, and compliance.
    • Implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
  3. Team Management:
    • Lead and mentor our finance and accounting team.
    • Foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
  4. Stakeholder Communication:
    • Present financial results to senior management, the board and other key stakeholders.
    • Build credibility for our strategic direction.
  5. Operational Efficiency:
    • Optimize financial processes and systems.
    • Further, develop and monitor our Business Operating System and our Enterprise Resource System
    • Drive efficiency across the organisation.

Qualifications:

  • Be a member of good standing with BICA
  • Professional certification (e.g., CA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Proven experience as an IFO or senior finance leader.
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Salary and Benefits

  • P20 000 - P25000 DOE
  • 50% medical aid on the company-selected scheme.
  • Professional Membership Fees.

The successful candidate will be based in Francistown and will be required to travel

Preference will be given to Botswana citizens

The closing date for applications is 18 October 2024; only successful candidates will be contacted.