About the job
\nRole Purpose
\nThe Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization. This position requires a dynamic individual with strong technical and analytical skills to oversee financial planning, reporting, and control functions. The Finance Manager will act as a trusted business partner, supporting decision-making through financial insights and fostering accountability across the organization.<\/p>\n
Job Summary
\nKey Responsibilities
\nRequirements
\nHow to Apply<\/p>\n
Job Summary<\/p>\n
Type: full-time
\nLocation: Gaborone
\nCategory: Finance
\nClosing Date: 2026-06-17<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Financial Management and Reporting:
\nPrepare, review, and present financial statements, including the Profit & Loss statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
\nMonitor cash flow and ensure sufficient liquidity for business operations.
\nReconcile accounts payable and receivable to maintain accurate financial records.
\nEnsure timely accruals, provisions, and period-end closings, including variance analysis (YTD and ITM).
\nFinancial Planning and Forecasting:
\nDevelop financial forecasts based on historical data, run rates, and key drivers.
\nEngage with budget owners to validate plans and gather inputs for Rest-of-Year (RoY) outlooks.
\nPerform comparative analyses between new forecasts and previous submissions, identifying key changes.
\nProvide recommendations for achieving business targets based on financial insights.
\nCompliance and Financial Controls:
\nEstablish and monitor financial controls to ensure efficient resource allocation.
\nEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements, tax policies, and corporate financial guidelines.
\nMaintain a robust control environment to minimize financial risks.
\nBusiness Partnering:
\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
\nCommunicate business performance updates to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
\nAnalytical Insights and Problem Solving:
\nAnalyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
\nSupport the business in making sound financial decisions through critical thinking and forecasting.
\nAddress financial problems proactively and recommend solutions.
\nPeople Management and Team Development:
\nLead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team to ensure delivery of accurate and timely outputs.
\nSet clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback and support.
\nFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
\nIdentify skills gaps and facilitate relevant training and development opportunities.
\nPromote succession planning by identifying and nurturing high-potential talent within the function.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
\nProfessional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or CFA is a strong advantage.
\nMinimum 5 years of experience in a financial management or senior accounting role.
\nStrong track record in financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
\nExperience within Sales and Distribution\/Logistics within FMCG would be advantageous<\/p>\n
How to Apply
\nTo apply, please visit: careers.theheinekencompany.com<\/p>\n
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