About the job
Our client is looking for a
Finance Operations Lead
to take charge of financial operations, statutory reporting, governance, and working capital management across the group. This is a leadership role for a finance professional who thrives on control, accuracy, and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment.
You’ll lead a team of five — Payables, Credit Control, Receivables, Taxation & Compliance, and Inventory Control Accountants — and be a key partner in ensuring the integrity of the group’s financial records and its regulatory compliance.
What You’ll Do
Financial Reporting & Period-End
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare management accounts and board reporting packs
Ensure IFRS and statutory compliance across all entities
Financial Controls & Governance
Strengthen internal control frameworks and audit readiness
Own reconciliations and ledger integrity
Coordinate internal and external audits through to closure
Working Capital & Operational Finance
Monitor debtor collections and supplier settlements
Oversee manufacturing cost allocations and inventory valuation
Drive EBITDA improvement through financial analysis and cost discipline
Track budget vs. actual performance and lead corrective action
Tax & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure accurate, timely settlement of PAYE, VAT, WHT, WVAT, and other statutory obligations
Lead implementation of tax law and regulatory changes
Manage tax audits and compliance risk
Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance operations team
Standardize processes and improve ERP utilization
Build a high-performance, accountable finance culture
What Success Looks Like
Month-end close in ≤ 3 days, with >99% reporting accuracy
Nil compliance breaches, minimal audit adjustments
100% of reconciliations completed monthly
Debtor collections and supplier settlements >95% within terms
100% on-time statutory filings and payments
Requirements
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent professional qualification
FMVA, MBA, or a relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage
Minimum 8 years’ experience
in finance operations, preferably in manufacturing
Exposure to manufacturing, FMCG, or multi-entity business environments preferred
Strong grounding in IFRS, internal controls, working capital management, and taxation
Proven people leadership, analytical thinking, and business partnering skills
ERP systems proficiency
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