Africa Based - Finance Manager

-- Permanent Job Location in Africa Continent: one of our operations such as: Brazzaville, Gabon, Benin, Rwanda, NIgeria and other operations --

THE COMPANY

Editec is a successful lottery and sports betting operator, with offerings in over 25 countries across Africa. The company is fast-growing, has doubled in size over the last 3 years, and has plans for further expansion. The company is globally recognized as a start-up specialist for gaming operations in emerging markets.

THE ROLE

The Finance Manager is accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management of the operation, to include the development / execution of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the on-going development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results in a timely manner. This is a unique and high-profile opportunity, working for a company with a clear vision.

THE CANDIDATE

Accounting degree from a reputable university.
Reconciliation of profits and preparation of weekly reports to compare it the business activity
Proven track record of managing a finance function in a fast-paced and complex environment.
Ideally with some experience of managing a small team.
In charge of profit collections on a daily basis, and so the necessary reporting to other department and be able to create your own collection system for an efficient and effective results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French and English
Sound understanding of French accounting best practice
Strong control to prevent fraud, errors and loss of company’s assets and money
Advanced expertise with Tally, or Sage Accounting Software (incl. Data-Import), or other relevant accounting software
At least 3 to 5 years staff management experience, ideally leading a Finance team within a fast paced and complex business environment
Experience in emerging market environments
Expert Excellent level in in MS Excel with hands-on experience on Vlookup, Formulas, Pvot Tables, ..
Good knowledge of the retail or gaming industry
Experience in a service/people orientated environment would be particularly advantageous
Requirements

Leading the Finance Department
Working in partnership with the CEO, Group CFO and Controllers in London, to generate financial plans, budget, to develop and implement long term business / funding strategy and cash-flow management
Participate in key decisions as a member of senior operation management team
Assist in formulating the operations future direction and support tactical initiatives
Manage the accounting, legal, tax, and treasury departments as required
Working with the Controller to implement financial management and month ending process.
Partnering with the Controller to develop and lead the company’s approach to risk, and fulfil any regulatory requirements and further evolve the financial policies and processes
Preparation and overseeing reconciliation of daily cash transfers and finance reports
Oversee the company's transaction processing systems and ensure transparency of accounts
Understand and mitigate key elements of the operations risk profile
Construct and monitor reliable control systems
Ensure the operation complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors, gaming board and government agencies
Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations
Maintain banking relationships and accounts 
Regular field visits to ensure investment has been utilised as intended
Preparation of year-end accounts, and managing the annual audit and filing of statutory accounts with authorities.