Head of Finance and Strategy at Welcome2Africa

Job Summary

• The Head of Finance and Strategy will play a critical role in steering the financial and strategic direction of W2A.
• This senior leadership position is responsible for establishing and overseeing the finance department, ensuring the organization’s financial health, and leading business development efforts. 
• The ideal candidate should have 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning, preferably with experience in investment banking and CFO roles. 
• Familiarity with accounting software, especially Zoho Books, is essential.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, risk management, and reporting.
• Provide expert counsel on financial strategy to the executive team, aligning both short-term and long-term goals with organizational objectives.
• Oversee financial risk management, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Business Development and Growth:

• Lead commercial insight efforts, identifying growth opportunities to exceed business plan targets and drive profitability.
• Design and implement financial strategies that support the organization’s expansion and business development goals.
• Spearhead initiatives to identify new revenue streams and enhance financial performance.

Financial Analysis and Planning:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and build advanced financial models to inform decision-making and improve financial outcomes.
• Generate and present reports with key financial metrics, variance analysis, and actionable insights for management.
• Continuously monitor market conditions and make recommendations to optimize pricing strategies and overall financial performance.

Establishment of Policies and Procedures:

• Develop and enforce robust financial policies and procedures to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with international financial standards.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Lead market research, data mining, and business intelligence activities to support strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Provide actionable insights into operational efficiencies and profitability optimization based on financial forecasts and market trends.

Building and Leading the Finance Department:

• Oversee the creation of a high-performing finance department, managing recruitment, training, and leadership development.
• Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Fundraising and Revenue Generation:

• Lead efforts in securing fundraising and investment opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for investment opportunities and present findings to senior management. 

Requirements

• Candidate should have a Master's Degree
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning, preferably with experience in investment banking and CFO roles. 
• Familiarity with accounting software, especially Zoho Books, is essential.