Key Role:
Manage various operations providing commercial and financial oversight in Africa (9 countries other than South Africa in Africa).
Maintain appropriate communication channels between finance, operations and leadership.
Perform ad-hoc financial task as requested and within reason.
Key Responsibilities:
The incumbent would ideally have had significant experience in all or some of the requirements as noted below which are core to our business:
Commercial/Finance:
- Work closely with the WSP Financial Director and EMIA Commercial Director to manage LBI operations in Africa (9 countries other than South Africa).
- Work closely with accounting staff, service providers and auditors to ensure tax and statutory compliance.
- Managing ongoing statutory and tax audits.
- Were possible close out all dormant entities and bank accounts no longer in use.
- Collection of outstanding accounts receivable, bonds and guarantees from clients where projects are completed and as per contractual agreement.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and controls in countries where projects are still ongoing.
- Take responsibility of all operating bank accounts and ensure controls are in place for payment on an ongoing basis.
- Where there are no operations in a country, close out the statutory accounts, tax filings and bank accounts timeously.
- Prepare budgets/forecasts for all operations where necessary.
- Perform ad-hoc financial task as requested and within reason.
Essential Job Functions
- Travel into Africa is essential
- Previous experience operating in various Africa Countries (other than South Africa) compulsory
- Ability to work with translators where local language is not in English.
- Commercial understanding of closing out operations and managing audits in Africa.
- Ability to communicate with senior leadership in WSP on current process and status per country.
- Formulate plans for dealing with any issues that arise per African entities.
General
- Contribute to additional projects, initiatives, or responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, in alignment with evolving business priorities.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable policies and procedures, and undertake any additional tasks necessary to uphold the integrity of the finance function.
Health and Safety
- Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
- Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
- Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times
Qualifications And Experience Required:
- CASA/CIMA with more than 10 years relevant experience
- Experience working on Oracle is advantageous
Key Competencies and Generic Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Able to see big picture while not losing sight of the detail
- Good interpersonal skills, work well with teams, and have strong organisational skills
- Confident, forward-thinking and be able to facilitate relationships
- An excellent work ethic, with integrity and above average resilience.
Additional information
What's in it for you?
What if we can have a work-life balance?
What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs?
What if we can be accepted for who we are?
Here at WSP – we can!
WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be that our families, our friends, or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.
Here at WSP we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, and actively encourage candidates from designated groups, including black people, women, and persons with disabilities, to apply. As part of our commitment to transformation and equity, we will give due consideration to affirmative action measures where applicable. If you are a person with a disability and meet the inherent requirements of the role, please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the recruitment process. With Us you
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