Who we are
Editec is where passion and business find the perfect breeding ground.
We are a successful lottery and sports betting consultancy, supporting clients in over 20 countries across Africa and the Middle East from a network of offices throughout Europe.
The company is fast growing, highly successful, and has plans for continued expansion.
We have adopted an entrepreneurial and dynamic organisational structure where all Editec employees are treated as part of family.
Here is a glimpse of our company culture through our core values.
Entrepreneurial: practical thinkers and hands-on deliverers. Flexible: versatile in the face of challenges.
Driven: self-motivated and ambitious.
Connected: Relationship builders.
At Editec, we want to invest in people who are passionate about what they do.
We look for unique individuals that excel in their roles of establishing and growing our business in emerging markets.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Finance Manager with excellent organizational and analytical skills who will be accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management of the operation.
Your Role As a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in managing financial functions, maintaining adequate cash flow, and ensuring that the company finances run smoothly.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing end-to-end finance operations, financial planning and analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and making improvements to existing procedures.
Your Team The Finance Manager will work closely with the Operations Manager in each prospective country with the guidance of the Financial Controllers based in London, UK and Dubai, UAE.
Moreover, you will manage and guide a dedicated team of accountants and controllers on the field in our operations in Africa.
Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and systems for all financial services in the country of operation, including accounting, financial reporting, auditing, budgeting, internal controls, and adherence to guidelines.Manage the accounting, legal, tax and treasury departments as required.Participate in key decisions in partnership with the CEO, group CFO, and Financial Controllers in London, as a member of the senior operation management team.Ensure the organization's adherence to Financial and Tax compliance as per the set laws and regulations.Coordinate with the controller to develop and lead the companys approach to risk, and fulfil any regulatory requirements.Implement financial management and month ending processes, in coordination with the controllers.Prepare and oversee the reconciliation of daily cash transfers, finance reports, and the transaction processing systems, whilst ensuring transparency of accounts.Construct and monitor reliable control systems.Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors, gaming board and government agencies.Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations.Maintain banking relationships and accounts.Conduct regular field visits to ensure investment has been utilised as intended.Prepare year-end accounts, and manage the annual audit and filing of statutory accounts with authorities.Assume and perform/responsibilities as assigned. About You Internationally recognized qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance and accounting.A minimum of 3 years of experience managing a finance team in a fast-paced environment.Technical Skills A Qualified Accountant ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent) is a plus.Advanced expertise with Tally, or Sage Accounting Software (incl.
Data-Import), or other relevant accounting softwares.Advanced proficiency in MS Excel with hands on experience on VLOOKUP, Formulas, Pivot Tables etc.Knowledge of retail, online or gaming industryFinancial reporting and IFRS knowledge. Soft Skills Confident in decision-making.Management and leadership skills.Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Highly organized and detail oriented.Good negotiation skillsAbility to manage personnel and foster teamwork.Proficiency in English and French. Please note that the training and the role will be based in one of our African Operations.
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