Africhange (AF) is a remittance company that offers a seamless way for Immigrants to send money back home.
Whether you would like to pay for a property, send funds to friends and family or pay employees, you'll need to safely send funds without stress and ridiculous charges. Africhange is the solution to your problem!We are a safe, secure, and convenient way to send money home; and you can be sure that we will always offer you the best way to send money home at the best rates.Job OverviewThe Senior Finance Officer is responsible for managing and overseeing complex Financial operations, including the preparation of management accounts, leading treasury functions, and handling comprehensive account settlements and reconciliations.This role is suited for an experienced professional who will ensure the Financial integrity of the organization by implementing effective financial controls, conducting in-depth Financial analysis, and driving improvements in financial processes.
The Senior Finance Associate will work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the finance department’s success and mentor junior staff.What You Will Do
- Management Accounts: Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow Oversee the financial closing process to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Provide insights on financial performance and deliver key variance reports to management, explaining deviations from budgets or forecasts.
- Financial Analysis & Forecasting: Conduct detailed financial analysis, focusing on profitability, cost management, and operational efficiency. Develop and maintain financial models to forecast business performance and assist management in decision-making. Work closely with the Finance Manager to support long-term financial planning and budget formulation. Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for executive
- Treasury Management: Take ownership of treasury functions, including daily cash flow management, liquidity monitoring, and investment activities. Develop short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts to ensure the company meets its liquidity needs. Manage relationships with banking institutions, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure compliance with banking covenants and regulatory
- Account Settlement & Reconciliation: Oversee the reconciliation of complex accounts, including bank accounts, vendor accounts, and intercompany transactions. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data, working with internal teams and external Ensure that all reconciliations are completed on a timely basis and in line with company policies. Regularly review and enhance reconciliation procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Audit & Compliance: Lead the preparation and coordination of internal and external audits, ensuring that all financial records and processes comply with legal, regulatory, and internal control requirements. Manage the implementation of audit recommendations and ensure the company adheres to best practices in financial
What You Should Have
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is strongly
- Experience: 5-6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or treasury management with a track record of managing financial processes and providing financial
- Knowledge & Skills: Advanced understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, treasury management, and reconciliations. Proficiency in financial software (ERP systems such as Oracle Net, SAP, or SAGE) and advanced Excel skills. Strong financial modeling and analysis
- BehavioralSkills: Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment. High level of integrity and commitment to maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.
What we offer
- Fully remote opportunities under a flexible work environment
- Competitive salary
- Paid time-offs including paternity leave
- Access to relevant courses/learning programs
- Lively work environment and flat organization
- A close-knit team with a great passion for working collaboratively
- Performance Incentives
Additional InformationAF offers a great work experience, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics.
