Head of Finance and Accounting  

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis process.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Present financial results and key insights to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Board.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Manage external audits and liaise with auditors to ensure compliance.

Strategic & Business Planning

• Play a key role in developing and executing the company’s financial strategy.
• Support business units by providing financial analysis and performance tracking.
• Lead the evaluation of investment opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Advise the CEO and leadership team on financial risks and opportunities.
• Drive initiatives to increase revenue, optimize costs, and improve financial performance.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Oversee cash flow planning to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
• Develop and implement cash flow forecasting models.
• Identify opportunities to optimize working capital and maximize returns.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee corporate financing arrangements.
• Supervise treasury functions, including fund placements, currency hedging, and foreign exchange management.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure the company adheres to financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop risk management strategies, including tax planning and mitigation of financial risks.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Monitor changes in financial regulations and adjust policies accordingly.

Operational & Shared Services Management

• Oversee key financial functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Tax.
• Manage the finance team, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with best practices.
• Oversee financial systems, ensuring automation and continuous improvements in reporting.
• Lead financial strategy execution across departments and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Stakeholder & Investor Relations

• Manage relationships with investors, banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide financial reports and insights to external stakeholders as required.
• Lead financial negotiations, including loan agreements and investment deals.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or CFA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance role.
• Experience in both local and international financial reporting standards.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, financial law, and risk management.
• Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Excel).
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong stakeholder and investor relationship management experience.

The Head of Finance is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company and driving the organization’s financial strategy, planning, and performance. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with regulations, risk management, and the efficient management of financial resources.