Job Description
Ensure the business is adequately funded; manage financial and operational risks; take a primary role in the planning, structuring and execution of any capital raising, or M&A activity the Group is contemplating or actively engaged in. Manage the Investor Relations desk and provide feedback to management on the Company’s performance relative to peers.
THE JOB
- Identify the working capital needs of the group, analyze use of funds, review exposure, asset and liability levels, and prepare funding plan highlighting and recommending appropriate actions.
- Optimize the Group’s capital structure; identify target capital structure and monitor cost of capital for FMN subsidiaries.
- Raise funds including specialized financing for the relevant businesses.
- Work closely with business development department to determine appropriate financing options based on unique business models.
- Provide inputs into the long-term financial strategies, budgeting process and strategic capital allocation.
- Ensure that the company financing decisions are consistent with the Group’s overall financing strategy, and that liability management is in line with existing covenants.
- Manage investor relations and prepare investor presentations for quarterly and annual analyst calls.
- Manage credit rating process, periodically analyze the financial performance of Flour Mills and its key competitors and share reports with the management team.
THE PERSON MUST
- Have excellent managerial and leadership skills.
- Possess an independent, analytical and structured approach to work.
- Possess strong financial modelling skills.
- Have a high degree of numeracy skills and ability to analyze financial data.
- Have the ability to delegate and prioritize work flows.
- Be able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
QUALIFICATION
- First degree in Finance or related course.
- Professional certification (CFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is an added advantage.
EXPERIENCE
- At least 5+ years in the corporate finance function and treasury unit of a reputable organization.
- Experience with equity, hybrid or debt investments either at a corporation, investment bank, accounting or investor relations firm.