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Delivery Leadership: 

As the delivery leader of the Finance vertical, the role is accountable for the following work area outcomes:

• Oversee implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines set forth by Group Finance team and ensure compliance with the same
• Implement governance to manage the consolidated FibreCo Finance strategy, budgets and financials, with guidance from FibreCo MD/CEO
• Lead, control and establish governance to manage the consolidated FibreCo Finance strategy, budgets and financials
• Cascade the Group FiberCo budget, analytics and reporting framework in the Function
• Deliver results under the guidance of the Bayobab Group CFO abiding by all the set directives and regularly reporting compliance
• Act as chief advisor and strategist providing needed support to the FibreCo MD/CEO with respect to the identification of financial risk and long-term financial effect of business decisions (through Financial Scenario Analysis)
• Representation and management of specific FibreCo related committees – Risk & Audit Committee, Capex committee
• Monitor & Oversee maintenance of integrity of the financial data, financial processes, procedures and financial controls in line with established accounting processes, regulations governing the business and internal control policies
• Implement forecasting, budgeting and financial planning process for the FibreCo and ensure all budgets adequately reflect periodic resource requirements and revenue estimates for the business, communicate the same to the Group
• Responsible for the review, approval and / or update of business plans, budgets and forecasts of the function
• Advise and provide support for the resolution of issues in forums such as Board meetings, Operational Review, etc
• Support the FibreCo MD/CEO with funding requirements where required by liaising with external Financial Services organizations as may be required
• Manage cash flow of the company ensuring generation of sufficient funds for day to day operations and CAPEX spend; monitor actual spending and ensure financial compliance with all business transactions
• Ensure that accounting KPIs are reported to Group FiberCo regularly and any deviations from the budget are reported
• Review and Approve all finance & accounting transactions and ensure processes/procedures are effective and comply with regulatory and statutory requirements and Group Finance policies and directives
• Ensure adequate training is provided on tax reporting cloud systems
• Ensure effective implementation of tax risk management strategies and review all computations and submissions in alignment with the risk framework
• Manage all transfer pricing controversies and disputes, resolving/escalating issues, as required. Additionally, oversee preparation of transfer pricing documents for all intra-group transactions and receive sign-off from group team
• Review monthly financial reports and budgets for the Group Exco to support the financial decision-making process
• Oversee the implementation of system automation and digitization programs, margin improvement programs, cost control tools (including budgetary controls) to drive cost efficiency improvements across the organization
• Oversee local procurement activities and resolve issues, if any. In case of business-critical challenges, escalate to Group Finance team
• Oversee the treasury operations and controls and ensure adherence to reconciliation control practices, business standards and regulatory compliance
• Other duties, as assigned

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Accountable for the morale, performance, and development of the function’s human capital
• Cascade and socialize work structure processes to enable adoption by the team
• Coach and mentor direct reports
• Ensure assigned team is led, motivated, and rewarded to achieve KPA’s
• Ensure that coaching / mentoring programs and personal development plans are in place for all staff members
• Ensure effective management of diversity among personnel in the function
• Identify staff training and development needs and implement necessary actions, in collaboration with HR
• Motivate and manage individuals to perform at the highest level, especially in terms of delivery and meeting target deadlines
• Possess the authority, presence, and integrity to command respect from colleagues and from external contacts
• Provide career development for direct reports (counselling, coaching, identifying key performance areas, career planning, and goal setting), in collaboration with HR