Finance Jobs in Africa

Reference Number: MTSF05

Job Description:

Our client a prestigious international airline is looking for a Finance and Admin Manager who will be responsible for all Finance functions at the Airline station in Angola. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing all finance functions critical to the success of their operations. You will be responsible for controlling, authorizing, and implementing corporate finance decisions across various areas including Revenue, Receivable, Payable, Cash/Banking, Payroll, General Ledger, and Taxation while ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with the business to shape the station's strategy, define priorities, review contracts, and assess operational and financial performance. Improve financial awareness among station personnel to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Budget Management: Work closely with cost center holders to prepare, review, and analyze annual budgets. Monitor cost center financial performance against budgets, providing recommendations to optimize costs and enhance productivity.
• Accurate Accounting: Oversee daily, fortnightly, monthly, and annual accounting activities to ensure compliance with Emirates accounting standards.
• Asset Protection: Implement controls to safeguard company assets at the station, including verification, insurance, and proper maintenance.
• Receivables Management: Manage liquid asset receivables to secure station-generated revenues, including credit vetting, bank guarantees, and timely collection of dues. Mitigate risk and maintain targeted days-of-collection.
• Cash Management: Ensure compliance with Corporate Treasury Policy in managing cash and liquid assets.
• Payable Function: Ensure justification and authorization of all supplier dues. Maximize price advantage, utilize credit periods, and foster strong supplier relationships.
• Compliance: Process employee payments, local taxes, and adhere to all relevant local financial regulations and laws.
• Revenue Monitoring: Monitor station revenues and provide feedback to the Country Manager and Head Office to ensure tariff requirements are met and revenues are secure.
• Expenditure Oversight: Verify and authorize station expenditures in line with the Company's Authorities Manual.
• Budgetary Controls: Implement budgetary controls to keep the station within targeted financial budgets for costs and revenue. Analyze expenses, provide feedback to the Country Manager, and make recommendations for expense management.

Requirements:

• Language: Portuguese and English-speaking candidates to apply.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Commercial/Sales and Revenue Optimization roles.
• Education: Post Graduate Diploma.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of airline accounting procedures, including familiarity with IATA regulations for Passenger/Cargo/Excess Baggage sales. Proficiency in handling local statutory matters is essential.
• Independence: Ability to function independently within an established framework.
• Innovation: Demonstrated practical and innovative problem-solving skills.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Full time position based in Angola.
• Salary and Benefits to be discussed post interview.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

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Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

A client of ours, within Financial Services, is currently looking for their Head Of Shared Group Services to oversee all the groups operations.

Responsibilities:

The Head of Shared Group Services will take responsibility for the following areas:

Information Technology

• The Head of Information Technology will report to the incumbent and has a substantial budget which is allocated to building and maintaining the IT operating platform of the entire Group (not systems applications – these are the preserve of Pivot or the Business Units).

Human Resources

• This team deals with payroll, recruitment, leave, disciplinary matters, performance management and Key Performance Indicators, medical and retirement benefits, REMCO and all such related areas.

Compliance

• The Head of Compliance is responsible for all compliance matters. Given the vast complexity of the Group and the strong regulatory nature of the industries we operate in, this is a demanding support area.

Infrastructure

• The incumbent will maintain responsibility for the Johannesburg office.

Travel

• The Group is a multinational with clients in Africa and globally. The travel costs are substantial, and as such this area requires constant review and management from a central point.

Security

• On going attention needs to be given to this area as we grow further and accumulate further assets and offices. Moreover, the safety of our people should be paramount.

Reporting Line

The incumbent will report to a Partner.

Key Deliverables of the Head of Shared Group Services

• Ensure that areas of responsibility are functioning effectively.
• Be strategic in enhancing the Group operations platforms.
• Identify and communicate risks and other problems immediately.
• Develop effective solutions to risks and problems.
• Build and retain teams to meet desired strategic objectives and vision.
• Ensure the Group is rated world class in all of its business activities.
• Expand and entrench our core values and champion morale building.
• Further instill the belief that we must be the best on the continent.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• An MBA, LLB, CA or other relevant academic qualification is essential.

Experience / Background Preference:

• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than 12 to 15 years’ relevant, working experience.
• Proven, relevant experience in a management role is essential.
• The incumbent will possess very strong Emotional Intelligence (“EQ”).
• A proven track record emphasising administration and people management is essential.
• Ideally the incumbent will have a solid understanding of financial, legal and IT matters.
• An excellent command of English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the role.

Key Competencies:

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

• Determination to win and be the best in building an extraordinary team of people and be part of an extraordinary vision.
• Extraordinary and proven people management and leadership skills, preferably with people from different cultures and countries.
• Above average EQ and substantial experience in the leadership of Teams.
• Self-assurance and a confident manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to engage with service providers and colleagues at the highest level of decision making.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and use creativity to solve problems.
• Established negotiation skills.
• A self-starter who shows initiative and assumes responsibility for projects.
• Proven ability to operate independently and exercise significant latitude for independent judgement, discretion and action.
• Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks within strict time frames within a fast-paced environment.
• High energy levels.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking.
• The ability to debate in a constructive manner and to challenge conventional wisdom.
• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, company management and service providers.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Chalden Du Toit at cdutoit@caglobalint.com

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Chalden Du Toit

Consultant

CA FInance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MTBW02

Job Description:

Our client, who is an esteemed banking service in Windhoek, Namibia, is in search of a dynamic and experienced professional to join their team as the Head of Corporate Credit. In this pivotal role, you will be co-responsible for standing in as second in charge for the Executive Officer: Credit in their absence. You will play a critical role in assessing credit applications within your allocated mandate, managing aftercare for all credit allocated to clients/groups in the top group exposures, and leading a team of credit officers and admin staff to achieve their targets.

Responsibilities:

1. Credit Policy and Strategy:

• Assess credit applications within your allocated mandate.
• Manage irregular credit within your portfolio for all asset products.
• Limit provisions for bad debts.
• Assist in updating and maintaining the bank's Credit Policy and Strategy.
• Evaluate and improve the credit assessment process.
• Revise the Credit Risk Framework and Sanction Policies as required.
• Stay updated on industry developments and credit trends.
• Continuously adapt the bank's credit strategy to align with market needs and trends.

2. Service and Consulting:

• Provide outstanding service to departmental clients (branches).
• Act as an advisory resource for credit-related queries.
• Conduct client visits and interviews.
• Deliver training to staff and colleagues on handling client queries.
• Efficiently address and resolve client complaints.
• Reduce turnaround time for credit application processing.
• Offer guidance to Business and Credit Managers.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Adapt to changes in the macroeconomic environment.
• Evaluate business credit performance.

3. Credit Assessment and Aftercare:

• Review and approve credit applications.
• Ensure correct evaluation of loans before approval by mandate holders.
• Ensure adherence to legislations and regulations.
• Manage non-performing loans for rehabilitation.
• Assess credit within your allocated mandate.
• Control provisions and bad debts within the corporate credit sphere.
• Handle internal and external queries related to corporate credit.
• Develop MIS reports for portfolio management.

4. Legal:

• Assess accounts transferred to Legal Collections Branch.
• Investigate actions taken by branches to limit potential losses.
• Report instances of staff exceeding their mandates.
• Increase collections and recover bad debts.
• Manage non-performing loans and credit limits.

5. Reports:

• Manage various reports related to irregular credit.
• Control ad-hoc reports as needed.
• Ensure accurate reports are submitted to relevant departments.

6. Consulting:

• Be available to assist branches in matters outside their expertise.
• Identify training needs and liaise with the Learning and Development Department.

7. Collateral Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Oversee collateral linked to the corporate credit portfolio.
• Review and verify collateral information.
• Address policy exceptions and material issues.
• Monitor and reconcile loan associate activities and payments.

8. People Management:

• Implement and manage HR processes within the corporate credit function.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies.
• Maintain accurate HR records.
• Conduct regular performance discussions.
• Administer customer satisfaction surveys.

9. Specialized Functions:

• Assume responsibilities for ALCO, Credit Risk Forum, Risk Committee, Counterparty/Treasury facilities, Project Management, Structured Finance, Strategy of Credit Department, and Board Credit Committee.

10. Risk Management:

• Undertake risk management responsibilities as delegated by the Principal Risk Owner.

11. General:

• Be adaptable to perform any reasonable and lawful instructions from your supervisor.

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Finance/Risk/Legal (B.Com or similar). A Hons or Master's degree will be an advantage
• Knowledge of system and processing activities
• 10 years' experience in Credit and Market risk environment
• Computer literate (MS Word & MS Excel)
• Knowledge of different regions within Namibia
• Analytical and technical skills

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Full time position
• Candidates within Namibia to only apply.
• Remuneration package to be discussed after interview.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

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Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: CE9

Job Description:

Responsible for the overall development of the Diaspora and Expatriate Banking strategy, and delivery of all performance levers to meet the dynamic customer needs both in the diaspora and expatriates in Nigeria and ensure business growth.

Drive increased product adoption (cross-selling and upselling) and sustainable growth in customer base, customer retention, deposits, earnings, and usage of all bank products and services across the diaspora and expatriates customer base/segments.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the Liaison between the Diaspora customers and the bank to ensure growth of the business value chains and profitability in addition to maximizing the Bank’s revenue.
• Develop and implement targeted business development strategies by anticipating developments, trends and opportunities within the diaspora banking business.
• Drive market share expansion of the expatriate banking business through product channeling and value creation. Work with product managers to ensure customers’ feedback is considered in all new products and changes done to existing products
• Actively participate in the development of budgets and target as they relate the diaspora and expatriate business and ensure achievement of monthly and annual targets.
• Develop marketing and sales plan to achieve target for the department
• Develop and Retain Key Customer Relationships In the diaspora and promote the diaspora Brand.
• Drive the team’s product sales and performance (supervise marketing calls/road shows locally and internationally to drive business) and provide strategic direction focused on the continued growth and development of the banks presence and relationships
• Provide  overall recommendations and performance reports to Senior management with regards to Products, Services, Processes and procedures that relate to Diaspora Banking business.
• As part of the Bank’s Information Security requirements, maintain the security of all Information entrusted to the staff and comply with the principles and policies in the Information Security Handbook

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Total Net Revenue
• Profit before tax and allocation of shared Cost
• CASA Deposit Retention
• CASA Deposit Growth
• Time Deposit Growth
• Foreign Exchange Transaction Income
• Foreign Exchange Transaction Volume
• International Cards
• Customer Assets products
• Bonds & Guarantee
• Customer Acquisition Rate
• Customer Retention
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or any other equivalent and relevant qualification from an accredited institution.
• MBA or M.Sc. is an added advantage.
• Product/Service Knowledge
• Business Administration Dynamics
• Marketing and Networking
• Industry Knowledge
• Knowledge of Regulatory Environment
• Strong knowledge of Compliance and regulatory policies.
• Banking structure, policies and procedures.
• Strong Knowledge and understanding of various departmental/units’ activities and requirements
• Strong Customer service orientation
• Strong knowledge of the Bank’s products
• Sound Managerial and Leadership Skills
• It and Computer Skills with Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power-point
• Excellent Communication Skill (Written & Oral)
• Reasoning and Analytical Skills
• Marketing/Sales
• Business/Product Development
• Customer Relationship Mgt
• Data Gathering & Analysis
• Budget Planning and Control
• Financial Analysis
• Business/Operational Strategy
• People Management
• Strong Team Building/Conflict Management Skills
• Excellent Analytical Skills.
• Appreciation Of the Business Environment

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

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Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MTMM02

Job Description:

Our client is currently seeking an Internal Auditor to join their Finance Department at their Head Office in Kenilworth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assessing, evaluating, and monitoring the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the organization's internal control systems. This position requires a highly skilled and experienced individual with a minimum of 2 years of post-articles experience in Internal Auditing, including articles served with a big four firm ideally. Experience in the healthcare industry and a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Internal Control Systems: Assess, evaluate, and monitor the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the organization's internal control systems.
• Risk Management: Identify risk areas and implement controls and systems to address these risks effectively.
• Breach Investigations: Investigate breaches of internal controls and take appropriate actions to rectify the issues.
• Policy and Procedure Review: Review existing policies and procedures and suggest improvements or changes as necessary. Draft and implement new policies and procedures when required.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation, International Standards on Internal Auditing, and International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Business Understanding: Obtain a thorough understanding of the operating environment by researching applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, frameworks, and best practices.
• Risk Assessment: Identify, evaluate, and assess significant risks in the business and design audit procedures to address them.
• Efficient Auditing: Execute audits efficiently and effectively according to agreed audit programs, deliverables, and deadlines. Produce quality working papers to support conclusions, findings, and audit objectives.
• Reporting: Prepare and draft internal audit reports to clearly communicate all findings and deficiencies identified during the course of audits.
• Communication and Follow-Up: Ensure timely communication of audit findings to management and obtain feedback to ensure resolution of reported issues. Conduct follow-up audits to verify the implementation of corrective actions.
• Value-Adding Recommendations: Provide valuable recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the areas under audit.
• Payroll Audits: Conduct weekly audits of the sessional payroll and monthly audits of the permanent payroll.
• Supplier Payments Approval: Review and approve supplier payments daily as an Authorized Signatory.
• Clinic Manager Audits: Review daily Clinic Manager audit trails, including all adjustments, and reconcile Clinic Manager with Bank Statements on a monthly basis.
• Pharmacy Stock Count: Attend the bi-annual pharmacy stock count, conduct test counts, and report findings along with recommendations to management.

Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification is advantageous.
• At least 2 years of post articles experience in Internal Auditing, preferably with experience in the healthcare industry.
• In-depth knowledge of International Standards on Internal Auditing and International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Strong technical audit skills and methodical approach with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel.
• Ability to build relationships with key personnel and work under pressure.
• Willingness to work after hours when necessary to meet service requirements.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent full-time position
• In Office, Cape Town.
• Company benefits to be discussed

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

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Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: CESR2

Job Description:

An exciting client of ours who are specialists in risk finance and provides customized financial solutions, sectorial knowledge, mentorship, business premises and other value - added services for formal SMEs in South Africa and selected other African countries, is seeking a Country Manager for their offices in Windhoek. They are passionate about funding, supporting and mentoring entrepreneurs.

Responsibilities:

• Marketing, presenting and building networks.
• Recruiting, developing, managing and retaining staff at the Country Office.
• Managing the investment process of the area office by screening and evaluating proposals, performing due diligence and reviewing investment reports, managing the integrity of the book and ensuring that supporting administrative procedures are in place.
• Attending and making decisions at various committee meetings.
• Maintaining operational support functions at the Country Office.
• Assuming income/expense responsibilities for the Country Office.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A Bcom degree in Accounting, Finance or other business related field.
• 7 or more years’ of experience in Business Investment.
• Experience in Banking, sales and marketing.
• Deciding and Initiating Action.
• Leading and Supervising.
• Persuading and Influencing.
• Presenting and Communicating Information.
• Planning and Organizing.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

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Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MTSF04

Job Description:

An exciting international client of ours in the sports betting industry is seeking to hire a dynamic and strategically minded Head of Finance. As a key member of the Management team, the Head of Finance will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and assume a key role in supporting overall financial management of the company. The Head of Finance will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial-related activities of the company. This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives.
• Ensure credibility of finance team by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
• Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions of the organization.
• Evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new products / strategies and regulatory action.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior executives to identify their needs and seek full range of business solutions.
• Provide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities.
• Manage processes for financial forecasting, audits, budgets, and consolidation and reporting to management.
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with IFRS and applicable regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in business administration, Finance, Economics, or equivalent (e.g., CPA, MBA) strongly preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in Finance, with experience leading Finance
• 3+ years of relevant Executive managerial / people manager experience
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and/or in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Experience driving performance improvement initiatives, influencing outcomes, and getting buy-in from senior executives.
• Exceptional presentation / leadership skills, concise and fluent in communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations.
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matt Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

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Matt Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

A financial institution is seeking a Digital Products Specialist to offer innovative products and exceptional experiences through multi channels with focus on digitalisation. The candidate will play a critical role in the design and implementation of key initiatives and expansion of our customer reach through targeted marketing and digitalinitiatives. He/she is expected to work closely with the Marketing team in rolling out marketing campaigns and support the Sales team to Achieve Sales Targets, Engage with Partners & Strive for Customer Satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Increase new products adoption rate through initiatives/campaigns to targeted customer segments, and cross-selling to customers
• Develop and execute go-to-market plans and implement client engagement strategies
• Optimize on multi-channel marketing for expanded customer reach and increased customer engagement for different products
• Support the team with the design and execution of the marketing and comms strategy for differentproducts/initiatives
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to enhance product visibility in the marketplace, develop positioning and ensure differentiation from competitors
• Drive digital adoption via constant internal and external communications and campaigns
• Scale up the Bancassurance business through collaboration with partners, product range expansion and campaigns
• Support in driving Investment solutions to the mass affluent segment
• Contribute towards meeting the targets set for the year through ongoing initiatives and campaigns
• Assist in digitalizing the customer journeys of strategic products and ensure a successful rollout
• Identify and develop business development opportunities through the partnerships channel; work onspecial offers and joint campaigns with the partners to promote the bank’s products and drive sales leads
• Increase products per customer by implementing cross- selling initiatives to both existing and new clients; and in this process, maintain effective liaison with all relevant business units in the department as part of the overall partner engagement strategy.
• Track and evaluate campaign effectiveness and product performance and take necessary actions as required
• Continuous coaching to the sales team on new products/enhancements and digital adoption
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Min Degree in Marketing/Digital Marketing or any related field.
• At least 5 years of working experience in the Product or Marketing field, preferably in the financial sector
• Excellent at product marketing
• Strong marketing and communication background
• Digitally savvy and up to date with the digital trends in the banking industry
• Well versed with Microsoft Office especially MS Excel & MS PowerPoint
• Ability to manage deadlines and work pressures
• Collaborative and a great team player
• Dynamic, Self-starter/high drive for results - result oriented/task focused working ability

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kyle Magnussen at kmagnussen@caglobalint.com

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Kyle Magnussen

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.
 

Reference Number: SRBLR-M-PABF-007

Nature & Scope:

The role of the position holder will be to oversee the development and implementation of projects under the Bank’s Industrialization and Export Development Initiatives with support from the Director, Export Development Finance.

Responsibilities:

• Originating and completing commercially viable transactions across all industries across all segments in different member countries in liaison with the branch teams and with support from the Head of Project & Asset Based Finance
• Evaluate and appraising proposals from clients requiring project finance and Asset based financing and giving feedback with the aim of making the transactions bankable
• Structuring projects, developing and negotiating term sheets to execution
• Participate in the preparation of annual business development plans, in relations to projects
• Translate business development plans into real business for the Bank from all segments of the market
• Developing, marketing and managing products cutting across multiple segment and industries
• Manage given portfolios, from the process of origination, credit approval and contracting to ensure that the process is finalised within optimal time
• Supporting the credit department with relevant information to facilitate the credit process and the legal department in the facilitation of transaction documentation
• In line with the above, liaise with the Banking Operations department to ensure that once approval is obtained, disbursement is done within the required timelines and that the portfolio is managed according to the terms of the agreement and to the client’s satisfaction, until expiry of the same
• Establishing ties with market participants including international banks, African financial institutions, (project finance intermediaries), project sponsors and developers, corporates and commodity boards and organizations
• Train and equip the Client Relations Team on products so that they can market it and look out for opportunity for Afreximbank to intervene
• Any other duties as may be assigned by senior management

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Post graduate degree in Business Administration, Banking or Finance from a recognized University
• A professional qualification in Banking or International Trade Finance will be an added advantage
• Sound experience of at least 8 years with a leading organisation and familiarity with the major trade and project finance products to be offered to clients especially syndication, co-financing, club deals, correspondent banking products including letters of credit, factoring, forfaiting, structured trade finance, carbon financing, corporate finance risk participations, project-related financing and considerable knowledge of how these work
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting and therefore knowledge of the workings of the main segments of the trade finance markets and the participants in major regions of Africa
• Ability to meet senior officials of banks, corporates and governments and win their confidence that the specialist’s products will meet the needs of these parties
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese)
• Proven experience in marketing trade and project finance products. The candidate must demonstrate experience and knowledge of designing and selling structured trade finance products
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

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Shearidan Rabsch

Manager – Banking and Finance | Africa

CA Global Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

Our banking client is currently recruiting a Group Director ESG Climate Risk reporting to the Group Chief Risk Officer.  The ESG & Climate Risks Function develops and implements climate-risk related tools, stress testing scenarios and reporting frameworks. The function follows the latest developments in the areas of climate-related and environmental risks and participates in projects and/or working groups both internally and externally to share best practices.

The Group Director ESG & Climate Risk is responsible for integrating assessment, quantification, development and integration of climate and environmental risks into the Group’s risk frameworks and policies, to ensure the implementation of the Group Climate Bank Roadmap within the Directorate.

The ESG & Climate Risk team strives to bring value to the Group through managing environmental and social and climate risks relevant to the Group’s business, supporting the Group’s business strategy, and delivering on stakeholder expectations. As a senior team member, the role-holder will advise senior management at Group level and in the subsidiaries in addition to providing guidance and supporting team members and other business partners

Responsibilities:

• Protect the Group’s reputation by identifying and evaluating environmental and social risks associated with client relationships and business transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Be responsible for implementation of the Group’s policies and external commitments
• Build capacity for ESG & Climate risk management within front office, control functions and the ESG & Climate Risk team.
• Provide ESG & Climate risk management advisory on green and sustainable-labeled transactions, and support the development of appropriate internal guidance
• Integrate regulatory/supervisory guidelines and best banking practice in the ESG & Climate Risk domain to define, develop and maintain the ESG & Climate risk framework, appetite, policies, and functional strategy and oversee effective implementation across the Group
• Ensure that policies and processes meet the evolving expectations of key stakeholders including regulators
• Ensure the development of ESG & Climate risk management tools and models
• Support the Group’s climate risk commitments by further developing and implementing initiatives to manage climate risks associated with client relationships and transactions and provide guidance to front office on how to engage clients on the low carbon transition
• Identify and monitor emerging ESG & Climate related issues and relevant industry standards from a regional and global perspective, and raise internal awareness of key issues and trends
• Oversee the quality, accuracy, and relevance of reports to the Board and regulators and ensure timely action on any requests
• Ensure significant risks and issues are escalated to the Group Chief Risk Officer, the senior management and the Board or board-level committees
• Maintain professional relationships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), business associations and industry working groups covering environmental and social topics in the Africa region, sharing insight with colleagues.
• Support media and investor relations and other internal functions with sustainability risk expertise
• Assist with the company’s disclosures through the annual Sustainability Report and other publications

Requirements: Qualification and Skill  

• At least fifteen (15) years’ experience in Treasury function out of which 8 years should be at Head or senior management level in a financial institution.
• Previous Experience as a Head of Treasury in a large Financial Services Group, Fintech/ Digital Bank
• University degree, preferably in relevant subject. Post graduate education and/or professional certifications in a relevant domain would be an advantage
• Extensive senior experience in an ESG & Climate risk-related field

Language

• Solid communication and writing skills (fluency in English is required). French is considered a strong advantage

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Contract
• Willing and able to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

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Shearidan Rabsch

srabsch@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Manager – Banking and Finance

CA Finance – Legal, Banking and Insurance

Reference Number: JA-SS-027

Job Description:

The main purpose of this position is to provide leadership and strategic direction to the Industry Technical Support (ITS) Division in providing technical advice and/or support to frontline supervisors with regard to the application and interpretation of prudential legislation and applicable standards, particularly in relation to regulatory capital, accounting and auditing standards. This includes analysis of industry data, other relevant guidance and the assessment of various applications to promote the consistent treatment of all prudential matters across the industries that the Prudential Authority (PA) regulates and supervises, with the main goal of promoting safe and sound regulated financial institutions. The role cuts across banking, insurance and financial market infrastructures (FMIs). The role reports into the Head: Policy, Statistics and Industry Support Department.

Responsibilities:

Strategic and technical matters

• Provide thought leadership and strategic direction for the work of the ITS Division, develop functional plans aligned to the PA and departmental strategy and clarify performance expectations for staff.
• Manage the delivery of work objectives through resource utilisation, setting of targets, prioritisation of work and performance of other activities, including:
  • ensuring that the ITS Division delivers high-quality support and advice to the PA and relevant departments within the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) on the interpretation and application of the primary legislation, subordinated legislation and other relevant information that include, but are not limited to, directives, circulars and guidance notes, across the banking, insurance and FMIs.
  • influencing and providing input to various PA governance structures on matters related to regulatory capital as well as accounting and auditing.
  • providing input into, and collaborating with PA departments on all matters addressed in the PA decision-making framework; and
  • engaging with external stakeholders, mostly regulated institutions and professional industry bodies and industry associations (e.g. The Banking Association South Africa (BASA), South African Insurance Association (SAIA), Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA), Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Actuarial Society of South Africa, and so on), as required to explain the interpretation of prudential legislation, standards, regulations, rules, notices, directives, circulars, guidance and to elucidate on decisions taken and approved by the PA.

Operational matters

• Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements of the SARB and ensure that divisional risks are identified, assessed and that adequate and effective risk mitigating measures are implemented.
• Ensure that the internal audit findings are addressed adequality and timeously.
• Lead change, which includes creating and maintaining a culture supportive of the SARB’s values and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Manage the performance and development of direct reports, create a performance and innovation culture and promote and support career development within the division.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least a post-graduate degree in Economics, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Finance, Law or any other relevant qualification.
• a minimum of 10–12 years’ experience in the financial sector, regulatory environment or auditing, with at least five years in a managerial role; and
• Chartered Accountant South Africa (CA(SA)) or equivalent qualification would be an added advantage.

Additional requirements are as follows:

• knowledge in:
  • prudential supervision, regulation, and legislation.
  • the financial sector.
  • economics.
  • accounting and auditing.
  • financial markets and instruments.
  • relevant policies and procedures.
  • research methodologies.
  • report writing, and
• skills in and attributes such as:
  • thought leadership.
  • management.
  • planning and organising    `.
  • verbal and written communication; and
  • interpersonal relations.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to jadams@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Jamie Adams

Recruitment Specialist

CA Finance – Banking, Insurance, Legal and Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

As the Unit Head of Enterprise Analytics within the Finance Directorate's Enterprise Data Management and Transformational Analytics (EDMTA) department, you will play a pivotal role in leading and driving the bank's data-driven culture and leveraging analytics to deliver strategic value. You will be responsible for providing direction and overseeing the planning, development, and implementation of various Enterprise Analytics projects and initiatives. Through your leadership, you will promote data as a valuable asset, demonstrate its operational and strategic significance to different Business Units, and minimize data risks. Your role will involve fostering innovation through data science, developing impactful data products, and supporting the bank's data-led transformation initiatives. You will also lead a high-performing data science and analytics team, driving their capabilities to deliver critical insights for enhanced decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide analytics frameworks, including policies, standards, guiding principles, processes, tools, and best practices.
• Lead the implementation of analytics strategies and processes across the entire data lifecycle management framework.
• Oversee and drive enterprise-wide analytics initiatives, ensuring the delivery of expected outcomes.
• Develop and execute a bank-wide change management program for Analytics initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and Information Technology (IT) to clarify and communicate data-related business requirements.
• Collaborate with control units (ICEG, Ops Risk, Internal Audit), promoting analytics and data science best practices.
• Provide monthly data science capability reports illustrating progress and value creation across Business Units.
• Lead analytics capability maturity across the Bank, conducting analytics sessions with Business Units.
• Support Domain Governors and Data Governance partners in achieving data-governance objectives and resolving escalated issues.
• Manage the budget and spending for Analytics Programs.
• Provide progress reports to management and oversee updates to the Data Governance Council.
• Foster collaboration with other teams within the EDMTA department to achieve unit objectives.
• Engage with Bank management levels on Enterprise Analytics and its implications.
• Manage interrelationships across enterprise projects and optimize project and BaU portfolio performance.
• Develop and obtain approval for the training plan for the Enterprise Analytics unit.
• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to colleagues to enhance productivity.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a first degree or its equivalent in a business/IT related discipline.
• Postgraduate degree in quantitative disciplines is an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering enterprise analytics capabilities.
• Proficient knowledge of data governance and quality development frameworks, concepts, and best practices.
• Proficient knowledge of structured systems analysis and design, and software development life cycle.
• Good understanding of Data Modelling (Conceptual, Logical, and Physical).
• Knowledge of Master Data Management and ability to anticipate typical MDM implementation challenges and provide solutions.
• Good knowledge of Business Intelligence, Analytics, Big Data, and their impact on ROI.
• Good knowledge of Reference Data Management Metadata Management and its benefits.
• Working knowledge of quality control/assurance.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Position.
• Competitive salary and compensation package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the bank's data-driven culture and analytics initiatives.
• Access to professional development and training programs to enhance skills and expertise.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

As the Unit Head of Data Architecture and Engineering within the Finance Directorate's Enterprise Data Management and Transactional Analytics department, you will be a pivotal figure responsible for the development and implementation of the Data Strategy blueprint. Collaborating closely with the Chief Data Officer and relevant stakeholders, both internal and external to the enterprise, you will play a critical role in shaping the data infrastructure and architecture to support the organization's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of data pipelines and architectural solutions.
• Oversee the effective day-to-day management of resources within the unit.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders for budget preparation, execution, and ensure compliance with budget management.
• Ensure smooth execution of Operational Level Agreements (OLAs) through constant review and engagement with stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain an effective operational model, periodically reviewing and adapting it to align with present-day realities.
• Perform coding and architectural reviews to ensure the quality and robustness of solutions before release.
• Delegate responsibilities to members of the unit, promoting effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensure that developed solutions undergo peer review and are well-documented.
• Maintain a vigilant approach to prevent regulatory or audit exceptions associated with the team's activities.
• Validate that solutions meet the requirements outlined in the design documentation.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to direct reports, fostering their professional growth and development.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a first degree or its equivalent in a business/IT related discipline.
• Masters, MBA, or a recognized professional certification will be an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering data-related solutions.
• Proficient knowledge of software development frameworks, concepts, and best practices.
• Working knowledge of system implementation.
• Proficient knowledge of structured systems analysis and design, and software development life cycle.
• Proficient knowledge of relational database management systems and tools.
• Good knowledge of enterprise applications systems such as Finacle 10, Oracle ERP, etc.
• Proven technical aptitude in several relevant application programming domains.
• Working knowledge of quality control/assurance.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Position
• Competitive salary and compensation package.
• Opportunity to shape and lead the development of data architecture and engineering strategies within a dynamic financial institution.
• Open to all candidates throughout Africa.
• Must be willing to relocate to Nigeria.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MTADV01

Our client, a listed company in the education sector, dedicated to providing quality learning experiences to students throughout South Africa. As they continue to expand their presence, they are seeking an ambitious and motivated Shared Services Manager to join their team and lead the financial operations division. Are you a highly skilled finance professional with a passion for the education sector? Are you experienced in managing financial divisions, analyzing accounts, and driving process improvements? Do you possess exceptional project management skills and a strategic view of business operations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Job Description:

Seeking a motivated and experienced shared Services manager to lead the financial operations in the education sector. As the Shared Services Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the credit controllers and shared services financial departments, managing all financial divisions and accounts, analyzing accounts, and driving process improvements. This role requires a strategic mindset, exceptional project management skills, and a strong focus on compliance with financial regulations and company policies. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient processing of student finances throughout their life cycle.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

• Oversee and manage the credit controllers and shared services financial departments.
• Provide guidance and support to the team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Financial Management:

• Manage all aspects of the company's financial divisions and accounts.
• Analyze financial data and perform regular reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor cash flow and implement strategies to optimize working capital.

Process Improvements:

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency enhancement within the financial systems.
• Implement strategic improvements to streamline accounts payable processes.

Project Management:

• Lead and execute financial projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.

Strategic Business Perspective:

• Provide a forward-thinking, strategic view of the business and its financial operations.
• Offer insights and recommendations to support decision-making and achieve financial goals.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial transactions.

Student Finance Life Cycle:

• Oversee the entire student finance life cycle, from billing to payment processing.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of student payments and related financial matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or in a similar financial management role.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional project management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on achieving business objectives.
• Proficiency in financial systems and relevant software applications.
• In-depth understanding of compliance regulations in the finance sector.
• Experience within the education sector or a related industry is a plus.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the education sector.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Career growth and development prospects within a listed company.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Our client is looking for someone to take on a highly technical horticulture position. They require an energetic, suitably qualified, results orientated, experienced macadamia agricultural manager to manage and control all farm operations for a 586-hectare macadamia operation.  The incumbent will be reporting to the General Manager.

Responsibilities:

• These operations include: All Agricultural operations, farm equipment management and maintenance, and administration including Budgets and Records, Pest and Disease Control, Irrigation Management, and people management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• This Senior Agricultural position requires a 10-year proven track record of general management and commercial farm management experience, specifically with macadamia nuts. 
• Depth of horticultural knowledge of macadamias is critical.
• An appropriate agricultural Qualification is essential.
• Added advantage, Fluent in Portuguese
• Excellent technical knowledge of commercial macadamia orchard management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Preparation of Reports and record keeping
• Environmental, occupational health and safety regulations and policies.
• To mentor and train all relevant employees.
• To establish and maintain productivity standards, best farming practices and processes.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Nicole Koenig at nkoenig@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Nicole Koenig

Recruitment Consultant    

CA Global Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.