Job Description
Job Roles/Responsibilities:
- Financial Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s overall objectives.
- Provide financial guidance to senior management, contributing to the development of the business strategy.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
- Conduct regular financial forecasting to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Risk Management:
- Identify and assess financial risks, proposing mitigation strategies to safeguard company assets.
- Implement effective internal controls to minimize financial and operational risks.
- Capital Management:
- Optimize the company’s capital structure to support growth and minimize cost of capital.
- Evaluate and recommend financing options for major projects and investments.
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):
- Assess potential M&A opportunities, conducting financial due diligence and providing recommendations to the executive team.
- Lead financial negotiations and integration processes for successful acquisitions.
- Cost Management:
- Implement cost control measures and efficiency improvements across various project phases.
- Collaborate with operational teams to optimize project budgets and improve cost-effectiveness.
- Financial Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and industry standards.
- Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate annual audits.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) is highly desirable.
- Professional Certification:
- ACCA (Certified Chartered Accountant), CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or its equivalent professional certification is required.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a CFO or similar executive role.
- Experience in the maintenance, installation, construction, and crude refining industries is highly preferred.
- Industry Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of the unique financial challenges and dynamics within the maintenance, installation, construction, and crude refining sectors.
- Experience with international financial reporting standards (IFRS)
- Leadership and Communication:
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate a finance team.
- Analytical Skills:
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of developing innovative financial solutions.
- Adaptability:
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment, adapting to changing business needs and priorities.
- Software Proficiency:
- Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis software (e.g., Excel, VBA, Power BI)