Finance and Operations Manager (f/m)

Transport for Cairo (TfC) is seeking an experienced (7+ years) Finance and Operations Manager to lead our financial strategy and operational excellence. In this pivotal role, you will be at the helm of our accounting, budgeting, and reporting activities, ensuring alignment with ISO standards and enhancing our operational efficiency across our portfolio of projects.

What we offer

  • Impactful Work: Join a leading team at TfC, a top professional services firm, where your accounting skills contribute to our global projects. Your financial expertise supports our international client portfolio and drives our projects both in Egypt and abroad, reinforcing TfC’s standing in the global market.
  • Learning and Growth: With TfC, growth is constant. Benefit from a Learning Program (covering courses, certifications and more), Job Training, Diversity Focus, and Tuition Assistance. A significant part of your work year includes learning hours (15% of your time), ensuring you stay ahead in your field.
  • Innovative Culture: As a member of our team, you’ll work in a highly developed ISO-compliant system, across diverse working cultures, and contribute to our open innovation ethos. We’re partners of many international transport associations and working groups, with a truly international reach.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a benefits suite designed for your well-being and work-life balance, including a Flexible Spending Account, Private Health Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Maternity and Paternity Allowances, flexible working hours, and the option to work from home. Our commitment extends beyond the office with a Laptop Allowance (60% up to EGP 25,000), Equipment Support and Company Social Events.
  • Industry-Leading Salaries: TfC offers industry leading salaries, as well as annual profit shares and inflation adustements.

Your Responsibilities 

The Finance and Operations Manager to will lead our financial and operational strategies, ensuring alignment with ISO standards and supervising the Accounting & Administrative Officer. The role involves comprehensive management across financial planning, operations, human resources, compliance, and document control in a day-to-day independent leadership capacity. Reporting to the company Director, S/he will be responsible for:

  • Strategic Financial Management: Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring accurate financial statements are produced timely.
  • Operational Excellence & Portfolio Management: Manage operational processes to enhance team effectiveness and ensure timely project delivery across the portfolio, maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Human Resource Management: Implement HR policies, oversee recruitment and training, and manage workforce allocation and performance evaluation.
  • Compliance and Legal: Ensure adherence to tax, legal, and regulatory requirements, conduct risk assessments, and manage contract operations.
  • Document Control and Record Keeping: Establish and maintain an ISO 9001 compliant documentation system, ensuring secure record storage and easy access for audits.

     

Role Requirements

We are seeking experienced Finance and Operations Manager with.

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications like CPA, CFA, or PMP are preferred.
  • Experience: At least 7-10 years in finance, operations, and HR management, with 3-5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record in strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Skills: Exceptional communication, presentation, problem-solving, analytical, and research skills. Ability to manage a team, complex projects and multitask effectively.
  • Knowledge: In-depth experience with financial management, operational excellence, HR management, and compliance. Strong understanding of Egyptian legal and tax frameworks, and ISO standards implementation.
  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in financial software like QuickBooks Online, MS Office suite, SharePoint, and business analytics tools. Familiarity with project management and timekeeping software is a plus.
  • Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is required; fluency in Arabic is a strong advantage.

How to Apply

To join TfC, please prepare and submit a full application. 

  • Prepare Your Application: Compile your resume, dedicated cover letter, and references. Only full applications and cover letters specific to this job will be considered. Make sure to detail your experience, your expectations for the role and how they align with the role of Senior Accountant. 
  • Submit Online: Please submit a full form, including uploading the required documents through this link. Applicants can apply until 30 April 2024, (Midnight Cairo, Egypt). Expected starting date asap.
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The TfC Hiring Process
TfC implements a strict, rigorous, competitive and transparent hiring process:
 
  • Submit a Complete Application: We only consider full applications for review. Ensure your submission includes a detailed resume, a compelling cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and motivation for this particular role, and any pertinent certifications or referrals that demonstrate your qualifications for the Senior Accountant position.
  • Application Review: Our recruitment team will filter through all submitted applications and documents. We grade submissions based on experience, skills, and aspirations alignment with the role’s responsibilities and TfC’s mission. A candidate shortlist is prepared.
  • Introductory Call: Only Shortlisted Candidates will be invited for an introductory call. This initial conversation is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the role and our organization, and us to learn more about you. 
  • In-Person Interview: Following a successful introductory call, selected candidates will be invited to an in-person interview. This stage allows for a deeper discussion about your experiences, competencies, and how you can contribute to TfC’s goals. It’s also a chance for you to get a feel for our culture and meet potential colleagues.
  • Reference Check: As a final step, we conduct reference checks to confirm the information provided during the application process and to gain insights into your work ethic and professional background.
  • Offer and Onboarding: Outstanding candidates who excel through all stages will receive an offer to join our team. We’re committed to a smooth onboarding process to welcome you into the TfC family and kickstart your journey in making a significant impact on urban mobility in Africa.
  • Quality referrals and recommendations are highly appreciated.
  • This is a rolling admission process; first applicants will be contacted sooner.