Head, Finance & Admin at Westfield Consulting

Job Purpose

• To oversee financial operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance to drive business growth.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management, as well as ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Budgeting:

• Develop and manage financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Track budget variances and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation.
• Advise management on cost-saving opportunities and investment planning.

Financial Reporting & Accounting:

• Develop and manage financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial closing processes.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Implement systems to enhance financial discipline across departments.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and provide recommendations to management.

Financial Analysis:

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and provide recommendations to management.
• Manage cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet business obligations.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls, including internal controls and accounting procedures.

Relationship Management:

• Team building and management and Monitor team’s performance
• Develops and exploits business relationship with bankers, tax regulatory officials and others to position the company as a prime client.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and oversee internal control systems to protect organizational assets.
• Implement and enforce internal controls and financial policies
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory agencies as needed.

Operational Efficiency and Systems Improvement:

• Drive the implementation of financial systems, tools, and technologies to improve efficiency.
• Monitor and enhance processes for financial reporting, procurement, and expense management.

Strategic Partnership and Growth:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business growth and profitability
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives and productivity improvements while maintaining quality.

Inventory & Import Cost Accounting:

• Monitor landed costs of imported goods, including duties and logistics.
• Reconcile inventory values with physical stock and sales data.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for inventory accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) are highly desirable.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in financial management, accounting, or a related field.

Knowledge:

• Strategic thinking with a deep understanding of financial planning and analysis.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire and influence stakeholders.
• Expertise in financial systems, tools, and technologies (e.g., ERP, SAP, QuickBooks).
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with a results-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Key Performance Indicator:

• Accurate monthly and annual financial statements delivered on schedule.
• Variance between actual and budgeted expenses within agreed tolerance levels.
• 100% on-time filing of tax returns and zero penalties or legal issues
• Positive cash flow maintained; shortfalls flagged and addressed proactively.
• Landed cost calculated accurately and inventory records reconciled monthly
• Clean external audit reports and improved internal control ratings.
• Actionable reports and recommendations are submitted to management quarterly.