Country Finance & Administration Officer

Purpose

To handle local financial operations, tax compliance, and office administration, ensuring strict adherence to Group financial policies and local tax laws.

Key responsibilities

• Tax & Statutory Compliance: Manage monthly/annual tax declarations (VAT, withholding, corporate tax) with local revenue authorities; act as primary liaison with tax auditors.
• Local Procurement & AP: Process local procurement (enforcing the 3-competitive-quote rule for > $5k); manage Accounts Payable.
• Treasury & Admin Oversight: Manage country petty cash and daily reconciliations; supervise the Office Secretary and Facilities Officer.

Qualifications

• BA/MA in Accounting or Finance; ACCA/CPA preferred
• 3--5 years finance experience in the region
• Strong knowledge of local tax portals and IFRS

Performance indicators

• 100% statutory filings on time
• Petty cash reconciliation accuracy
• Procurement policy compliance
• 100% adherence to procurement policy

Reports to

Country Manager (Solid); Group CFO (Dotted)