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Job Title: Financial Director - Gaborone, Botswana
Position: Financial Director
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Employer: Confidential (through Freedom 77 Recruitment)
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: FMCG / Retail
Salary Guide: N/A
Positions Available: 1
Job Description:
Own the finance leadership agenda for a leading FMCG group—governance, financial control, and strategic finance. Direct the finance function (Bookkeeping, Creditors, Credit Control, Payroll), drive compliance with IFRS/Tax, lead budgeting & forecasting, and partner with the CEO and Board.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all finance departments and internal controls.
- Develop and enforce financial management policies for risk mitigation and efficiency.
- Provide strategic leadership to management, drive productivity and value creation.
- Deliver monthly management accounts and quarterly Board packs on strict deadlines.
- Lead annual budgeting/forecasting; analyse variances and advise on corrective action.
- Prepare annual financial statements and manage year-end external audits.
- Optimise cash flow, liquidity, and foreign exchange gains.
- Act as Company Secretary; ensure statutory returns are timely and accurate.
- Manage tax obligations and full compliance with applicable laws.
Required Qualifications:
- Fellow member of a recognised Chartered Accountants institute (e.g., BICA or equivalent).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (or related).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Training in a leading audit firm (Big-4 style) and FMCG exposure.
- Proficiency with Arch Retail Systems, Sage 300, and similar ERP tools.
Skills:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
- Proven governance, financial control, and IFRS/Tax knowledge.
- Leadership of multi-disciplinary finance teams; stakeholder influence.
- High attention to detail; deadline-driven; excellent communication.
Relevant Experience:
- 10+ years’ post-qualification experience, ideally within FMCG.
- Track record delivering audited financials, budgets/forecasts, and Board reporting.
Application Deadline: This job is open for applications until further notice.
How to Apply:
- We only accept applications done via our online Job Portal.
- Applications done via email will automatically be rejected.
- Simply Upload your Cover Letter and CV on our Job Portal.
- No need to upload Certifications or References. (we will request them at a later stage before you attend the interview)
Contact Information:
- Website: www.freedom77.org
- Email: info@freedom77.org
- We only accept applications done via our online Job Portal.
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