Brian Obura

Successfully overseeing finance operations spanning Botswana, Malawi, Zambia, and soon Namibia, achieving streamlined management of financial resources across multiple regions.
Reviewing and ensuring the accuracy and adherence to company standards of monthly Management Accounts, enhancing financial transparency and accountability.
Demonstrating diligence in preparing and submitting statutory filings ahead of schedule, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance across diverse jurisdictions.
Effectively managing cash flows, guaranteeing timely fulfillment of the organization's financial commitments and obligations.
Proactively identifying and mitigating financial risks, notably addressing Forex issues in Malawi, thereby safeguarding the organization's financial stability and resilience.
Spearheading the development and empowerment of a high-performing team of finance professionals through comprehensive training and coaching initiatives, fostering their professional growth and collective success.
Maintaining unwavering adherence to tax laws and regulatory provisions in each respective country, ensuring full compliance and minimizing any potential legal or financial risks.
Implementing robust financial reporting mechanisms, enhancing transparency and accountability across all operational regions.
Spearheading strategic financial planning initiatives, driving long-term sustainability and growth for the organization in Botswana, Malawi, Zambia, and Namibia.
Collaborating cross-functionally to optimize financial processes and systems, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings organization-wide.

Implemented innovative strategies to optimize cash flow management, resulting in improved liquidity and financial stability across all operational areas.
Developed and implemented robust collection plans tailored to different regions, enhancing forecasting accuracy and minimizing cash flow uncertainties.
Led cross-functional collaboration with the finance team to streamline month-end accruals and account reconciliations processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
Established and maintained effective communication channels with vendors, fostering transparency and trust to negotiate favorable terms and conditions, ultimately reducing costs and improving profitability.
Implemented automated reconciliation processes, reducing manual errors and increasing efficiency in financial operations.
Instituted proactive risk management strategies to identify and mitigate potential financial risks, safeguarding the organization's financial health and stability.
Provided strategic guidance to senior management on cash flow forecasting and financial planning, contributing to informed decision-making and sustainable growth initiatives.
Cultivated strong vendor relationships, leveraging them to optimize cost offerings and attain favored customer status, thereby driving cost efficiencies and enhancing overall financial performance.

Orchestrated seamless stock reporting processes, ensuring meticulous alignment with purchase orders, enhancing inventory management efficiency and accuracy.
Spearheaded the calculation of landed costs for inventories sourced from China, Germany, and Dubai, optimizing cost analysis and procurement decision-making.
Executed comprehensive physical inventory counts and verifications across regions, ensuring consistency and integrity of inventory data, mitigating potential discrepancies.
Developed and implemented collection plans for the accounts payable manager, optimizing cash flow management and ensuring timely payment processing.
Successfully managed accounts payable and accounts receivable components for key vendors and customers, fostering strong financial relationships and ensuring timely payments and collections.
Conducted daily cash reconciliations and meticulously maintained rebates accounts, ensuring transparency and accuracy in financial transactions.
Maintained rebates accounts for all vendor accounts, facilitating streamlined rebate tracking and maximizing cost-saving opportunities.
Prepared monthly management accounts and ensured timely bank reconciliations, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Effectively managed group company balances between DXB and all other countries of operation, ensuring optimal liquidity management and financial stability across regions.

Implemented a systematic approach to debtors' reports, generating insights for the sales team bi-weekly, enhancing sales performance analysis and decision-making.
Ensured meticulous verification of sales orders, including necessary documentation such as current and postdated cheques, and cash receipts, guaranteeing transaction integrity and compliance.
Maintained precise balance reconciliation for group companies, ensuring day-to-day accounting accuracy and financial transparency.
Streamlined financial reporting processes, resulting in timely debtors' reports generation every first and third week of the month, fostering informed decision-making and improved cash flow management.
Established robust approval protocols for sales orders, enhancing control measures and mitigating risks associated with fraudulent transactions.
Fostered collaborative relationships with the sales team, providing valuable insights through debtors' reports, thereby facilitating strategic sales planning and revenue optimization.
Implemented best practices in managing group company balances, ensuring consistency and accuracy in financial records, and bolstering overall financial stability.
Demonstrated proficiency in navigating complex financial landscapes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining the integrity of financial data across all operations.

Conducted comprehensive analysis of financial data from partners, providing valuable insights to assess credit risk and inform strategic decision-making processes.
Demonstrated adeptness in determining optimal credit limits for partners through meticulous data analysis, thereby minimizing potential risks and ensuring financial stability.
Managed credit extension procedures for partners, maintaining strict adherence to established credit policies and fostering sustainable business relationships.
Developed and implemented proactive credit monitoring mechanisms for partners, facilitating early detection of potential issues and mitigating financial risks effectively.
Collaborated cross-functionally to develop and refine credit risk assessment models, enhancing accuracy and reliability in evaluating partners' creditworthiness.
Established strong communication channels with partners to discuss credit terms and resolve any discrepancies or concerns promptly, ensuring mutual understanding and trust.
Regularly reviewed and updated credit policies and procedures in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, promoting continuous improvement and compliance excellence.

Skillfully orchestrated advertising budgets, optimizing resource allocation and maximizing ROI through strategic planning and execution.
Conducted comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences, informing targeted marketing strategies and enhancing brand positioning.
Successfully forged valuable collaborations with marketing agencies, leveraging their expertise to execute impactful campaigns and amplify brand visibility.
Implemented innovative marketing initiatives to drive brand awareness and customer engagement, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth.