Latest Vacancies at Leatherback

SUMMARY

• The Manager, Internal Audit & Control will be responsible for overseeing and managing the internal audit function across the organization.
• You’ll work to ensure the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• The role involves leading internal auditors, collaborating with various departments, and reporting findings and recommendations to executive management and the board of directors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit strategy aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Provide strategic direction to the internal audit function, ensuring it adds value to the organization’s operations.
• Develop standard work papers for all auditable processes/departments and ensure periodic review of the work papers per each audit.
• Assess and identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in business processes and systems.
• Design and implement risk mitigation strategies and control frameworks.
• Establish and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard the organization’s assets and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Regularly evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and recommend enhancements as needed.
• Develop an annual audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
• Lead and coordinate internal audit engagements, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
• Conduct audits of financial, operational, and compliance areas to assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing internal audit team.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and ethical conduct within the team.
• Collaborate with various departments and business units to understand their operations and provide insights for improvement.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to executive management and the board of directors.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Ensure the organization’s compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on audit findings, recommendations, and status updates to executive management and the board.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the internal audit function.
• Implement best practices to enhance the overall effectiveness of internal controls.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years in internal audit, risk management, or a related field, with a track record of leadership and successful team management.
• In-depth knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk management principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Good understanding of the company’s business.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to organizational goals.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Proactiveness; going beyond the obvious, gathering complex data to get to the heart of issues.
• Time management – Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task, manage deadlines and work efficiently.
• Accountability – Being reliable, dependable, organized and take responsibility for actions.

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SUMMARY

• The Manager, Finance & Accounts will direct and oversee financial activities; direct the preparation of all financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth.
• S/He will be responsible for analyzing strengths/weaknesses in the company’s finances and overseeing all aspects of its financial success.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Strategy:

• Provides financial advisory to the management to guide the formulation of financial policy and business strategy; ensures that all financial policies, procedures, and systems are sound.
• Overseas the preparation of Annual Operating Plan, Business Financial Plan and Analytics.
• Provides financial direction, planning and accounting to the business, covering short term and long-term financial goals.
• Oversees commercial decision-making from margin analysis, pricing analysis, etc.
• Advises and implements best practice methods to increase revenue and reduce costs.

Liquidity & Treasury Management:

• Ensures that optimal liquidity is available to deliver business plan.
• Reviews working capital/cash flow requirement on a regular basis.
• Monitors all financial activities for the entire Group for optimal running of the business.

Budgeting and Financial Forecast:

• Develops plans, budgets, forecasts, and financial results to guide management decisions by forecasting requirements, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
• Presents operating and capital expenditure budgets for review and approval Financial Analysis & Interpretation.
• Monitors financial performance by measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances.
• Responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting for the CEO/Board of Director, in line with statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements.
• Should demonstrate understanding of advanced business finance and performance analysis.

Regulatory & Statutory Relationship:

• Manages the relationship with (and oversees activities related to) internal & external auditors and regulators to ensure effective and timely completion of the audit/examination process.
• Coordinates regulatory and supervisory functions.
• Manages relationship with regulatory and statutory bodies in all markets where we operate.
• Manages and oversees the organization’s taxation affairs and liaises with external tax consultants.

Internal Control & Monitoring:

• Ensures adequate controls are installed and maintained to cover all financial transactions, including safeguarded financial assets.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls and regulatory guidelines.
• Lead and Manage the revenue assurance processes and systems in the group.
• Ensures the adoption of new International Financial Reporting Standards based on knowledge of the standards to ensure the company’s financials align with global best practice.
• Reviewing all formal finance & related policies, and procedures.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 10 years of financial experience, with at least 5 years in a senior financial management role within the Finance/Financial services industry spanning Finance, Financial Reporting, Performance Management, Strategy, Business Planning, Business Partnering, Revenue Assurance, Treasury Management and Accounting.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Accounting and Finance.
• The candidate must have the ACCA recognized professional qualification. A CFA will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of statutory and regulatory situations as well as global best practices.
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, including management accounting.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory reporting within the financial services sector or similar industries.
• Exposure to corporate finance activities, including capital management and M&A.
• Experience within the Group finance setting of a multi-jurisdictional bank or financial services group.
• Experience working at one of the Big Four Accounting firms is a plus.