Financial Director/CFO (Public Service) at iRecruiters Africa Limited

Job Objective:

• The Financial Director shall plan, direct, and coordinate accounting, investing, securities, return on investment and other financial activities for the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor the budget for the Company
• Track and monitor expenses during the planning and execution phases of the Company's capital projects
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to understand financial challenges and propose possible solutions
• Develop a financial model for capital recovery
• Contribute to the strategic execution of the Company’s capital projects
• Oversee the flow of cash or financial instruments
• Evaluate data pertaining to costs to plan budgets
• Prepare financial or regulatory reports required by laws, regulations, or boards of directors
• Prepare operational or risk reports for management analysis.

Job Specification

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Experience:

• Professional experience in the finance or accounting field, preferably within the public sector.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Proven experience in budgeting and financial planning.
• Proven experience in corporate finance

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to convey complex issues in a simple and compelling manner.
• Ability to identify and assess risks that could impact the company's ability to meet its financial goals
• Proficiency in popular accounting software

Personal Attributes:

• Strong initiative, creativity, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to maintain high standards of quality.
• A passion for public service and a commitment to transparency.