Finance & Operations Manager

Position Overview

• Our client, a licensed player within the financial services and securities sector, is seeking to recruit a highly analytical, commercially minded, and results-oriented Finance & Operations Manager.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic financial oversight while ensuring efficient day-to-day business operations. The role requires a professional capable of driving operational excellence, strengthening internal controls, supporting regulatory compliance, and providing data-driven insights that contribute to sustainable business growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Strategic Planning

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and cost management processes.
• Monitor cash flow, expenditure, revenue performance, and profitability.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare periodic financial, operational, and management reports for senior leadership.
• Support the development and execution of organizational growth and business strategies.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

Operations Management

• Oversee and manage daily business operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, and service excellence.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve operational objectives and business targets.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement operational optimization initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate operational performance through established KPIs and performance metrics.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Identify operational and financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure timely implementation of recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Manage relationships with suppliers, service providers, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements to ensure value for money and quality service delivery.
• Collaborate with external partners and consultants on operational and financial initiatives.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop staff to build a high-performance and accountable work culture.
• Establish performance objectives and support employee development initiatives.
• Foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CPAK, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 – 7 years of progressive experience in operations management with significant financial management responsibilities.
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, cost control, and operational planning.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional operations.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience within the financial services, investment, securities, banking, or related sectors will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Financial management and business analysis
• Strategic planning and operational execution
• Leadership and people management
• Risk management and compliance oversight
• Process improvement and performance optimization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• High attention to detail and results orientation
• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial software, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Key Performance Indicators KPIs

• Budget adherence and financial performance
• Profitability and cost management
• Cash flow management and resource utilization
• Operational efficiency and productivity improvements
• Compliance and audit outcomes
• KPI achievement across business functions
• Risk mitigation and internal control effectiveness
• Staff performance and team development