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Position: Finance Manager

Location: The Gambia

Company: Transgambia Bridge Company Ltd (TBC Ltd)

Type: Full-time

Company Overview

Transgambia Bridge Company Ltd (TBC Ltd) is a special purpose vehicle established to manage and operate the Senegambia Bridge under a concession agreement as part of Africa50’s Asset Recycling Programme. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and impactful infrastructure management, TBC Ltd seeks to continue enhancing transport connectivity and economic development in The Gambia and ECOWAS region.

Role Overview

The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations of TBC Ltd, ensuring the highest standards of financial planning, reporting, and management. The successful candidate will be instrumental in automating manual financial processes, implementing the right software solutions, and preparing comprehensive financial reports for key stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and oversee financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Prepare financial reports for shareholders and the board and ensure all concession agreement reporting requirements are met.
• Budget Management: Monitor financial performance against the budget, analyze variances, and recommend improvements.
• Supplier and Vendor Management: Oversee the payment process for suppliers, vendors, and invoices to ensure timely and accurate settlement.
• Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
• Automation and System Implementation: Identify opportunities to automate manual financial processes and lead the implementation of appropriate financial software to streamline operations.
• Software Optimization: Evaluate and recommend financial systems and tools that align with the company’s needs, ensuring seamless integration with existing processes.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and applicable legal regulations.
• Audit and Risk Management: Coordinate internal and external audits and manage risk by developing and maintaining internal controls.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the finance department, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with investors, auditors, and other stakeholders as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in financial automation and implementing software solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
• Proven ability to prepare comprehensive financial reports for boards, shareholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with infrastructure or toll operations is an advantage.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Personal Attributes

• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proactive and adaptable, capable of managing change in a start-up environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive CV & Cover Leter to tbcjobs@gamjobs.com Please include “Finance Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.

Application deadline: January 16th, 2025.