Job Description
Our client, a diversified business group, is looking to hire a Head Finance Manager to support the development and implementation of financial plans and ensure alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Development and implementation of financial plans, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
- Oversight, development, and management of the organization's budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Management of the company's cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity and optimization of cash utilization.
- Identification, assessment, and management of financial risks, including credit risk, currency risk, and interest rate risk.
- Compliance with all tax regulations and optimization of the company's tax position.
- Management of the organization's capital structure, including periodic lead of capital raise initiatives to ensure optimal mix of debt and equity
- financing.
- Supervision of the organization’s investment programs to ensure that investment plans are aligned with the company's financial goals.
- Monitoring and analysis of the company's financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing recommendations.
- Leadership and management of the organization’s finance and accounting team to ensure that team members have the necessary skills and resources to perform their duties effectively.
- Communication and interpretation of the relevant financial information to stakeholders, including investors, creditors, and regulators.
- Compliance with all relevant financial regulations and accounting standards.
- Management and maintenance of the organization’s relationships with key stakeholders, including bankers, auditors, and other financial professionals.
Must have skills
- Leadership and management
- Communication and interpretation of relevant financial information
- Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage complex financial projects.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Must be a chartered accountant (ACA/ACCA) with at least 10 years’ relevant experience.
- Proven experience in management accounting and corporate finance in reputable private sector organizations. A background in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors will be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools.