Finincial controller jobs at Mobisol Group Tanzania

Job description

About us

Mobisol is one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems with approximately 700 passionate employees, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households (living without access to reliable energy). Our dedicated product line combines solar energy with innovative mobile technology and accessible microfinancing. Having successfully installed more than 100,000 solar home systems in Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenia, Mobisol is now moving into the business at a larger scale – thereby stimulating economic and social development in developing countries while simultaneously contributing to global environmental protection. Our commitment to quality, product innovation, and sustainable development makes us a highly inspiring community to work with.

What this job is about

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge in your career? Are you passionate about renewable energy literally empowering people in rural Tanzania? Mobisol is giving you a chance to become a Financial Controller. In this role you will analyse Mobisol’s financials and implement key financial structures and processes including budgeting and budgetary control. You will report to the Chief Financial Officer.

Your Tasks:

Implement and improve controlling structures and processes in close cooperation with controlling interfaces in the HQ
Managing Company budget and business planning processes in close cooperation with cost controller (HQ) and Company Management team
- Providing information about costs in the past, present and future to the department manager, as well as to the chiefs and zonal boards
- Discussing and reviewing department input with the department manager
- Preparing department budget and forecast plans
- Preparing company cost centers, actual versus plan comparisons, validation and variance analysis (monthly, quarterly, yearly, and ad-hoc as required)
- Analyzing cost efficiencies, and recommending based on this analysis adjusted key performance indicators to the department managers as well as chief
Identify opportunities to optimize processes requiring internal controls, recommending and developing proposed changes in policy or procedures to satisfy internal controls
Consulting and supporting management regarding business decisions and monitoring department performance against plan

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor or Master Degree in Accounting or Finance
Must be registered with the Board of Accountants with ACPA (ACCA) or equivalent
At least 5 years post registration experience. Experience in Auditing/Internal auditing is an added advantage
Business acumen and high level of familiarity with controlling processes and procedures
Very strong communication and negotiation skills
Very good organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively build relationships and partnerships
Excellent computer literacy especially in Advanced Excel and Power Point, written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili

Your Perspective

The position offers you the chance to build and shape a global player in the off-grid energy market with strong commitment to product-quality, design, user friendliness and environmental sustainability. You will be part of an outstanding international, highly motivated team of individuals who combine professional expertise with personal passion. In addition to joining a wonderful global community, you will receive an attractive benefit package with direct participation in the success of our company

How to apply

As an equal opportunity employer, Mobisol offers all of its employees and applicants full equal opportunity irrespective race, ethnic origin, sexual identity and disability, religion or beliefs.