Business Controller Jobs - Manufacturing Company
Organisation: Manufacturing CompanyNFT Consult, a leading HR Consultancy firm, seeks to recruit for it valuable client, a manufacturing company. NFT Human Resource Solutions are customer tailored per industry requirements and are geared towards increased cost savings, process improvement leading to improved efficiency and effectiveness yet simultaneously strengthening quality and control of resources.Job Summary: The Business Controller is the company's focal point on effectiveness of reporting, performance analysis and business planning. The job requires proper and coordinated planning to ensure the attainment of set goals especially with respect to accuracy and timeliness in reporting. The incumbent will technically support the development & implementation of Business Performance Management systems & processes. The jobholder will also drive robust planning processes across the business to ensure excellent forecasts, performance benchmarks & action plans are developed and to conduct business performance analysis that would provide insights to aid management decision making. The incumbent will oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly/bi-annual and full year management and statutory financial statements for the company. He /she will also co-ordinate the audit process with external auditors in preparation of annual statutory financials to ensure that the audit is conducted as per plan.Key Duties and Responsibilities: In charge of the co-ordination and review Budget/ monthly & quarterly forecasts to ensure that the company’s objectives are reflected in the same. Challenge and ensure clear action plans are in place to ensure validity of the planning processes to deliver budget, Performance Improvement Plans & strategic plans for the business unit Ensure the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial reports (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss and Cash flow statements) for internal management decision-making (management accounts, Hyperion/URS accounts) for the company. This is normally preceded by Analysis and reconciliation of the trial balance to the management accounts from the 5 sources of reporting. This will involve challenging information provided as well as advising corrective measures to be taken to resolve any outstanding unreconciled items. The sources of reporting are the Cost of Production report from the plant, Sales and Volumes reports from commercial, SGA reports, Fixed Assets report and the trial balance.Preparation of individual company and consolidated, half year and full year statutory accounts for the company for external and shareholder communication. Perform detailed analysis of the Uganda monthly overall performance files (CIME files) and Quarterly Business Reviews ensuring consistency of information with other reports e.g. S&V, HFM etc to advise management on corrective actions and enable decision making. Preparation of audit schedule, responsible for audit process, coordination with the external auditors and resolution of resulting audit issues Actively support the company’s audit process in preparation of annual statutory financials to ensure that the audit is conducted as per plan. This will involve liaison with other internal departments on behalf of the external auditors to ensure closure of issues raised in the management letters. Prepare key performance presentations for use by the local company management team and board (Quarterly Board papers and presentations and other impromptu presentations as may be required)Monthly D+5 management reporting (CDP + HFM)Monthly preparation of Rolling Forecasts, Flash reports and Business ReviewsQuarterly Business Performance PacksQuarterly preparation of statutory accountsQuarterly preparation of board papers and board presentationsPreparation of business performance presentations and commentariesAnnual co-ordination of the planning process (CAP, Progress Plan and budget)Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The Business Controller should hold a University degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics or other course of a numerate background but must have relevant professional qualification – CPA (K), ACCA, CFA or equivalent.Professional qualification in business/performance management and/or systems/process review desirable.At least five years’ experience in a professional audit firm or a busy large FMCG organization.High level of analytical & performance management skills and attention to detail.Good computer knowledge, exposure to an ERP environment and reporting tools. Excellent knowledge of spreadsheets and other Microsoft office applications is essential.Good knowledge and understanding of IFRS and Taxation issues Excellent reporting and communication skills.Ability to work with minimum supervision. Proactive and able to take initiative to propose and implement new approaches.Flexibility, Integrity, the confidence to think differently and ability to make sound judgment.Strong degree of self motivation and drive, high ethical standards, values and principlesMust be a team player.All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses. Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements. The applications/CVs should be prepared in English and submitted in either MS Word or PDF format will be considered.
