iMasFinance is seeking a skilled Chartered Accountant (CA) to take full financial responsibility for the operations of 27 branches operating within the loan financing segment of the business. This senior role is focused on ensuring accurate reporting and effective control across all finance-related activities tied to the management and collection of customer loans. This role requires a finance professional who will compile, analyse, and consolidate all branch budgets and forecasts, ensuring complete accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives. The successful candidate will oversee the full financial management of the financing function, including branch performance analysis, loan book reporting, collections oversight, month\u2011end processes, financial controls, and audit compliance. In addition, the role includes leading a regional team of accountants and providing financial insights to support sales growth, operational decisions, and long-term financial sustainability within the financing area of the business.<\/p>\n
Job Outputs:<\/p>\n
Accounting enablement<\/p>\n
\tOversee financial management of branches, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
\n\tEnsure accurate and timely month\u2011end processing, including journals for head office cost allocations, expense provisions, and branch\u2011specific allocations.
\n\tReview \/ approve all regional accountant transactions captured on the finance system and ensure correct general ledger, branch, and departmental allocations.
\n\tReview \/ approve all branch specific expenditure for payment and correct allocations
\n\tOversee management of fixed assets, petty cash, and specific branch finance controls.
\n\tMaintain and manage a schedule of lease payments for all branch offices.
\n\tReview and sign off key trial balance account reconciliations for the financing business area.
\n\tReport monthly on:
\n\tLoan book movements and performance vs budget
\n\tSales turnover vs budget
\n\tInterest income variances vs budgeted loan book and rates
\n\tProfit per branch and per product, consolidated for the financing business division
\n\tPerform detailed expense analysis for all branches and provide monthly insights to the sales team.
\n\tOversee the customer collections process, including monitoring schedule imports and comparing with general ledger integration, approving all payment journals, reviewing customer account reconciliations and collaborate with the Collections department to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls.
\n\tCompile IFRS-compliant financial statements for applicable legal entities.<\/p>\n
Strategic requirements<\/p>\n
\tProvide financial insights and recommendations to management to support sales strategy, operational decisions, and business growth in the financing division.
\n\tPresent financial performance, branch profitability, and loan book insights at monthly Sales Operational Meetings.
\n\tSupport the evaluation of product performance, including product-level profitability calculations and ad\u2011hoc financial models.
\n\tPartner with the Sales and Collections departments to ensure financial processes support business objectives and operational efficiency.
\n\tAssist with the testing, rollout, and evaluation of new systems or system upgrades impacting the financing area.<\/p>\n
Audit, Assurance & Governance<\/p>\n
\tManage and oversee internal audits related to branch finance processes (including fixed assets and branch-level controls).
\n\tManage internal audits relating specifically to the customer collections process.
\n\tCoordinate external audit requirements for branch finance, including documentation, reconciliations, and audit queries.
\n\tEnsure the implementation of audit findings, process improvements, and strengthened internal controls across all branches.
\n\tEnsure financial governance, adherence to accounting standards, and compliance with internal policies across the financing operations.<\/p>\n
Leadership & Other Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tLead, manage, and mentor a team of accountants, including performance management, development planning, coaching, and workload allocation.
\n\tManage interpersonal relationships and ensure strong collaboration within the finance team.
\n\tFoster strong working relationships with Sales, Collections, and other internal departments.
\n\tProvide financial support for ad\u2011hoc sales\u2011related calculations and requests.
\n\tSupport broader business initiatives affecting the financing division.
\n\tAssist the Head: Finance with any other requests, analysis or activity as may be required from time to time.<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/p>\n
\tRegistered Chartered Accountant is essential.
\n\tComply with all legislative & regulatory requirements of being a Financial Manager, e.g. no criminal record.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Experience:<\/p>\n
\t2\u20134 years post\u2011articles experience in a multi\u2011branch or multi\u2011entity environment, ideally in lending\/financial services
\n\tExperience in budget compilation, consolidation, and forecasting for multiple branches or business units.
\n\tStrong month\u2011end close, general ledger, and IFRS reporting experience.
\n\tExposure to loan\u2011financing environments, including loan book reporting, interest income, bad debts, and recoveries will be an advantage.
\n\tPrior experience leading and managing a finance team.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Knowledge and Skills:<\/p>\n
\tStrong technical accounting expertise, including IFRS and financial reporting.
\n\tAdvanced analytical and problem\u2011solving skills.
\n\tAttention to detail.
\n\tExcellent budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling capability.
\n\tSolid understanding of loan\u2011financing operations, interest income, collections, and profitability drivers.
\n\tEffective leadership and team management skills
\n\tAbility to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and maintain accuracy in a high\u2011volume, multi\u2011branch environment.
\n\tHigh integrity and professionalism.
\n\tInterpersonal relationships, team player.<\/p>\n
Deadline:24th March,2026<\/p>\n
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