DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
GRADE: D1
LOCATION: WINDHOEK
PURPOSE
Responsible for overseeing financial accounting and reporting activities for the NBL Group, ensuring the accurate preparation of monthly, bi-annual, and annual financial reports, as well as annual financial statements. This role includes a comprehensive review of both financial and non-financial information. Additionally, this individual is accountable for cultivating and enhancing all business relationships pertinent to the Record to Report (RTR) function.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with post-articles experience considered advantageous.
- Proven experience in financial consolidations and preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
- Sound knowledge of taxation, including preparation of tax computations and submission of tax returns.
- Experience resolving intercompany accounting matters across multiple entities.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
- Up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and tax legislation.
- Advanced proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- FMCG industry experience will be an added advantage.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead and manage the end-to-end financial reporting process, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of monthly, interim, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
- Own and coordinate Group financial consolidations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and consistency of financial information across all entities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the Namibia Stock Exchange (NSX), auditors, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders to support reporting and compliance objectives.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to Heineken Global and other relevant stakeholders, fostering strong collaboration and alignment with reporting requirements.
- Drive a cost-conscious culture by identifying opportunities to improve financial efficiency, optimise processes, and strengthen financial performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Record-to-Report (RTR) function, implementing lean accounting practices and enhancing process effectiveness.
- Evaluate and manage the Group’s tax position, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations while identifying opportunities to optimise tax outcomes.
- Coordinate and support the preparation of the Integrated Annual Report, ensuring accurate reporting of both financial and non-financial performance indicators.
- Develop, maintain, and communicate accounting policies, technical accounting positions, and financial reporting guidance in line with regulatory and business requirements.
- Drive efficient and effective intercompany reporting and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timely resolution of intercompany balances.
- Support internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely resolution of findings and implementation of corrective actions.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and business performance.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Strong analytical and critical thinking capability.
- Excellent financial, commercial, and business acumen.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple levels of the organisation.
- Strong attention to detail with a disciplined and methodical approach.
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage tight reporting deadlines.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to challenge existing practices constructively.
- Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic business environment.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and governance awareness.
- Strong systems aptitude and ability to leverage technology to improve financial processes.
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Namibia Breweries Limited, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. Preference will be given to Namibian Citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, Act 29 of 1998.
