Finance Manager

Job brief
Our client is a leading company in the primary industry in the Kingdom of Tonga, South Pacific is growing and with this growth they now have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced​ Finance Manager. This position is to manage the Finance Department on a daily basis ensuring all processes, documentation, records and accounts are prepared in accordance with international Accounting Standards and Laws of Tonga.  A well established with a trusted reputation Tongan family owned company, operating for over 40 years now. A combination of businesses which began as a commercial farm for exports, has diversified over the years to include Imports and complementary services such as a farming supplies store, a quarry for manufactured and raw construction materials, a pest management service, training center, a foundation for community support and most recently, with an aim to move into value-added pre-packed products. Our client built Tonga’s first international standard, food processing facility in partnership with IACT. 


To be successful in this role, you should have experience crafting financial strategies and managing accounting team across multiple projects and business units.

Ultimately, you will maintain our client's company financial health and increase profitability in the long run.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Forecast monthly, quarterly and annual results
• Approve or reject budgets
• Conduct risk management
• Evaluate and decide on investments
• Supervise a team of Accounts Officers
• Allocate resources and manage cash flows
• Conduct profit and cost analyses
• Develop secure procedures to maintain confidential information
• Ensure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulations
• Consult the Company Director about funding options
• Recommend cost-reducing solutions

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Head of Finance, Director of Finance, Finance Manager or similar role will be an advantage
• In-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping
• Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Solid analytical and decision-making skills
• Leadership abilities
• Must have recent health, police checks and professional references available on request
• University Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• MSc/MBA or relevant certification (e.g. CA/CFA/CPA) is a plus
• Current Police record and professional work references  
• Must be able to be self sufficient if become successful with the application to relocate to Tonga.

Benefits
A competitive salary package commensurate to experience and skills.
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Closing Date for Application Submissions: 31st January 2020.