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Are you a responsible, self- motivated and reliable person? We are seeking to fill the following vacant position within the bank.

Head of Finance

Job Description

The Head of Finance will be accountable for strategy development, planning, operational, management and administrative responsibilities with the main duties to:

• Oversee the Finance department team including coaching and developing employees and teams for a more effective skill-set and work environment
• Identify patterns in company spending and revenue; create and propose solutions to any problem areas to management
• Collaborate with other Heads of Department about budget, capital expenditure and investment opportunity
• Oversee business financial management and ascertain areas which need improvement
• Create long-term finance department strategic plans which align with company’s strategic plan and business plan
• Manage all financial aspects of the company including bank overall budget
• Work closely with Internal and external auditors to ensure approved policies and applicable accounting principles are being adhered to and provide support to annual financial audits
• Ensure that all financial transactions being applied by the department are in conformity with the DBS Act and relevant Regulations
• Be part on Senior Management Team and serve on Credit Committee meeting, Debt Collection and Recovery Committee meeting, Asset and Liability Committee meeting and other relevant Committees
• See to the proper maintenance of all account held in the Bank’s accounting system.
• Manage the banks’ procurement procedures and ensure it is in line with procurement regulations.

Job Requirements

Qualifications/Competencies /Experience

• Master’s Degree in Finance, or Banking or Accounting or Business Studies with five years’ work experience at management level or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Accounting plus five years’ experience; or
• ACCA professional accounting certification with five years or
• Any equivalent management, corporate or leadership training program
• Previous Experience in Banking or Business Finance
• Detail-Oriented, Exceptional Leadership Skills, Strong Written and Verbal Communication, Team Management Skills and Project Management Skills

How to Apply?

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or should collect an Application Form at the Reception Desk of the Bank or download the form from DBS website: www.dbs.sc

The following should accompany the application:

• Letter of application with a copy of passport sized photograph
• Completed application form
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of certificates and references
• Police character certificate

The above should be addressed to:

Manager Human Resources

Development Bank of Seychelles

Independence Avenue

PO Box 217

Victoria

Or email: hrm@dbs.sc

Closing Date: 15^th July 2024

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.