Head of Finance

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Provide accurate financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making by the General Manager and Board of Directors.

• Analyse and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements.

• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the board of directors; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.

• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors; assess any changes necessary.

• Strengthen the financial management; ensure that the collection schedule is adhered to, and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.

• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices.

• Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the board of directors.
  

Human Resources, Technology and Administration

• Lead the HR function, including payroll, statutory reports and payments, work permits, insurance etc.

• Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party IT vendors and business consultants.

• Oversee administrative functions including IT systems, office operations and office supplies and equipment.

• Manage grant applications and other government interactions.

• Supervise, mentor and develop the Finance team.
  

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, CPA) or related degree.

• At least 10-15 years of overall professional experience; ideally 5 years of senior-level broad financial and operations management experience.

• Has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for a business unit or significant division, and has preferably overseen a human resources function previously

• Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with IT vendors; knowledge of accounting and reporting software. Experience in Microsoft Navision NAV is an advantage.

• A track record in grants management will be an advantage.

• Ability in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.

• A team player with excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.