Head of Finance

JOB SUMMARY

The Head of Finance will lead and oversee all financial operations and strategic financial initiatives of the organization. This role will manage a team responsible for financial reporting and compliance, budgeting and forecasting, treasury management, internal audit, ERP systems, as well as corporate finance activities including fundraising, investor relations and strategic planning.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Roles and responsibilities may include a variety of duties including, but not limited to:

• Lead and oversee day-to-day financial operations of the organization.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Manage and mentor a team of financial professionals, including Accounts Payables and Receivables, Financial Reporting and Compliance, Budgeting and Forecasting, ERP, Treasury Manager, Internal Audit and others as applicable.
• Foster a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
• Develop and mentor finance team members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the finance department.

• Direct the budgeting and forecasting processes to support operational planning and strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to senior management for decision-making purposes.

• Oversee treasury functions, including cash management, banking relationships, investment strategies, debt management, and risk management.
• Ensure optimal utilization of cash resources and liquidity planning.

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, including managing relationships with auditors and regulatory authorities.

• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the ERP system to support efficient financial operations and reporting.

• Lead fundraising efforts, including equity and debt financing, to support the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Manage relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions.
• Develop and execute strategic financial plans, including mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance initiatives.

• Lead strategic financial planning initiatives and provide analysis of financial performance against key business metrics.
• Conduct market research and analysis to support growth and expansion strategies.

• Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business/CPA or related field;
• Proven at least 15 years of work experience in a senior financial management role;
• Prior work experience in retail industry will be an added advantage;
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management;
• Strong negotiation skills with a good understanding of current market practice;
• Experience with ERP systems implementation and management;
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams;
• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization;
• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving financial performance and achieving organizational goals;
• Written and verbal proficiency in English;
• Good presentation and writing skills