Chief Finance Officer at First Excelsia

Annual Gross Remuneration: 48.4M

Our client, a leading Financial Services Institution, is seeking to hire a Chief Finance Officer to join its dynamic team.

 The role holder will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and driving long-term profitability and sustainable growth.

 The ideal candidate must possess deep expertise in the fintech industry, particularly in financial services such as lending, payments, investment, and merchant payments. 

Job Responsibilities 

•  Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies that support the company\'s overall business goals in fintech, including lending, payments, and investment. 
• Partner with senior management to provide financial insights and recommendations to shape business decisions, drive growth, and optimize profitability. 
• Ensure the financial sustainability of the business while driving operational excellence and innovation.
• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the Managing Director and the Board. 
• Perform financial analysis for existing and new products, including fintech payment solutions and lending services, to support data-driven decisions.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, including tax laws, financial reporting standards, and Central Bank regulations. 
• Drive the development of policies, procedures, and controls that align with best practices in financial governance. 

Persons Specification

•  Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent is required. 
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, with at least 5 years in the fintech industry. 
• Proven track record in leading finance functions in fintech businesses, preferably in lending, payments, or investment sectors. 
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance in the financial services/fintech industry.
• Experience with investor relations, fundraising, and capital markets.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex financial models and forecasting in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.