Job Description
Job Summary
- The Head of Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the bank.
- The role involves strategic financial planning, budgeting, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, treasury management, and ensuring strong internal controls.
- The position supports business growth while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and prudent financial management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the bank’s financial strategy in line with organizational goals.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Central Bank guidelines and other statutory bodies).
- Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and other financial authorities.
- Monitor asset-liability management and investment activities
- Provide leadership to other team members in the Finance department
- Supervise accounting operations including general ledger, reconciliations, and financial controls.
- Collaborate with other departments to drive financial discipline and efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage).
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, ICAN, or CFA is required.
- 8 - 10 years’ experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Experience in banking, microfinance, or financial serviceshighly preferred.
- Proficiency in Financial software and Microsoft excel.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and financial leadership
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.