Prodev Group Holding. VACANCY: SENIOR FINANCIAL MANAGER Prodev Group Holding Company Date:

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1 Prodev Group Holding VACANCY: SENIOR FINANCIAL MANAGER Prodev Group Holding Company Date:

2 JOB DESCRIPTION PRODEV GROUP HOLDING COMPANY ProDev Company Holding is a Rwandan company engaged in activities along the maize value chain, through its two subsidiaries (Minimex SA and ProDev Rwanda Ltd). The company s activities involve sourcing, handling, storage and milling of maize. In the short to medium term, the company s expansion plans will focus on engaging in activities further down the value chain, with one major engagement in animal feeds production. To ensure achievement of its plans in an efficient manner, the company requires the services of a Group Senior Financial.

3 SENIOR FINANCIAL MANAGER JOB TITLE: Group Senior Financial Manager JOB PURPOSE: The GSFM will be responsible for implementing the finance policies of the Group and its subsidiary companies, financial processing and monitoring the budget on a day to day basis. The GSFM will be expected to contribute to the development and execution of the Group s growth strategy, advising on the most prudent mechanisms for fiduciary management of the Group s subsidiary companies, ensuring that there are proper financial and accounting controls, and identifying investment considerations that will ensure that the value of the Group s assets is protected. REPORTS TO: The Group CEO and the Board of Directors SUPERVISES: All the employees in the accounting and finance functions of the subsidiary companies

4 QUALIFICATIONS Education: CPA/ACCA with at least a Bachelor s Degree in a relevant discipline, preferably augmented with an MBA. Skills: The successful candidate must possess the following skills: Strong stakeholder management and relationship skills Strong financial management and profit maximisation skills Strong operational experience, with a sound grounding in the financial considerations of manufacturing entities. Excellent people management and communication skills Strong presentation skills Strong knowledge of financial compliance and governance requirements Impeccable integrity and diligence Proven analytical skills Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment Demonstrated ability to work successfully under pressure

5 Experience: The successful candidate must demonstrate the following experience: Have at least [ten(10)] years of financial management responsibility in a for-profit environment. Experience in dealing with cost management and optimization. An appreciation of cost control and commercial negotiations Experience with initiating and leading improvement programmes, developing and implementing strategic plans and overseeing change Experience with project management, procurement, overseeing advisors and contractors An understanding of private equity fund investor issues Strong treasury and cash management background Strong, positive leadership, able to influence service providers and management teams.

6 SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES LEADERSHIP: Advising the Directors, CEO and Board of Directors on the financial implications, of business/project activities. Responsibility for understanding the strategic direction of the Company, providing high level, proactive financial expertise and leadership to the company as a whole and direction for both short term and long term financial planning. Leading the design and implementation of the structure of financial resources and all financial operations of the company. Developing a strategic proposal for Asset Management. Providing internal leadership and direction to immediate reports of the Finance Division. Providing input in business planning and product costing. Assisting in recruiting new officers for the division and develop training models for the department's staff. Training the finance department and other staff on raising awareness and knowledge of financial management matters. Responsibility for the Financial Accountability of the business

7 FINANCES: Actively managing company cash flow and on a daily basis and generate relevant cash flow projections and forecasting. Managing cash flow and forecasting; direct all financial, project-based, and departmental accounting. Maintaining internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and project budgets and actual expenditures. Preparing of periodic management and statutory financials. Being in charge of the budgeting, budgetary control and forecasting process. Coordinating both interim and annual audits with Company auditors. Overseeing the production of monthly reports including reconciliations as well as financial statements and cash flow projections for use by management, as well as the Audit/Finance Committee and Board of Directors.

8 FINANCES: Assisting in the design, implementation, and timely calculations of wage incentives, commissions, and salaries for the staff. Investigating cost-effective benefit plans and other benefits, which the company may offer employees and potential employees with the goal of attracting and retaining qualified individuals. Consistently analyzing financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicating monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitoring progress and changes and keeping senior leadership abreast of the company s financial status. Managing and monitor all aspects of company accounts receivable and payable. Managing timely computation, payment and submission of all statutory deductions while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. Overseeing business insurance plans and coverage analysis. Overseeing the maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets. Manage the capital needs and budgeting process for the company.

9 OPERATIONS: Participating in the Operational Review meetings and represent the finance division in those meetings. Primary interface on all banking, treasury and board-level presentations. Preparing terms of reference and overseeing the consultancy in the field of the financial advisory firms to be engaged by the Company. Ensuring adherence to accounting standards and legal compliances. Demonstrating IT capability in fully utilizing & integrating the company s ERP system Managing all aspects of manufacturing accounting and inventory control.

10 POLICIES: Ensuring that existing finance guidelines and related administrative procedures are adhered to. Overseeing all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate IFRS standards and regulatory requirements. Collaboratively developing operating policies and procedures, improvement programs and management systems for the attainment of objectives of specific projects and the company. Back stopping the accounting team and the quality assurance of the accounting system. Applying and demonstrating high quality financial and other related management controls. Abiding by, observing and at all times complying with and give effect to the terms and conditions of the Investment Agreements and ensuring that the Company does not in any way violate or fail to comply with its obligations thereunder.

11 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Timely reporting Compliance with all statutory requirements Cash management Driving efficiency in operations, including cost reduction strategies, and advising on opportunities for greater revenue generation Timely support to other senior management Good investor relations TERMS: Competitive compensation, established by the Board and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include housing, full health insurance, company car, communication. EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated by the Group Board of Directors.

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