§ Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making by the executive team.

Financial Reporting:

§ Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

§ Ensure compliance with international accounting standards and local regulations.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

§ Lead the annual budgeting process and collaborate with department heads to ensure alignment with company objectives.

§ Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.

Risk Management:

§ Identify and assess financial risks, proposing mitigation strategies to safeguard the financial health of the abattoir.

§ Stay informed about economic trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes affecting the business.

Financial Operations:

§ Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and treasury functions.

§ Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Cash Management:

§ Optimize cash flow through effective management of receivables, payables, and working capital.

§ Evaluate investment opportunities and make recommendations to maximize returns.

Audit and Compliance:

§ Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

§ Implement and monitor internal audit processes to identify and address potential issues.

Strategic Financial Decision-Making:

§ Provide strategic financial insights to support key business decisions, investments, and expansion initiatives.

§ Collaborate with executive leadership to assess the financial feasibility of new projects.

Team Leadership and Development:

§ Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

§ Promote professional development and training to enhance the team’s skills and capabilities

§ Participate in KUMA staff committees such as Task Force Committee.

ü Knowledge of international accounting standards and Tanzanian financial regulations.

ü Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

ü Effective team player and leader with ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

ü A Certified Public Accountant

ü At least three (3) years’ cumulative leadership experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization.

§ At least 2 years’ experience in using accounting Computer Package especially SAGE PASTEL.

§ Proficient in Language –English and Swahili.

§ Advanced Computer literacy.

§ Excellent Budget Preparation Skills.

§ Team work and good Conflict management skills.

§ Donors.

§ Other key stakeholders such as Auditors, TRA, NBAA, Government officials, Development partners etc.