Head of Finance at KPMG

As Head of Finance, you will develop financial and operational strategies to achieve a cost-effective utilization of the Company’s financial resources and maximize return on investment Provide overall guidance, leadership support and strategic direction in the execution of Finance department’s activities. 

Key Responsibilities 

• The Head, Finance shall therefore be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
• Drive the development and implementation of the finance function’s operational strategy, policies and procedures, in line with the overall corporate strategy 
• Develop, update and implement finance and tax strategies, policies and processes 
• Engage Executive Management and the appropriate Board Committees to develop short-, medium- and long-term financial plans and projections for the Company
• Provide advice to the Company on its liquidity, investment decisions and financial asset management 
• Drive the corporate finance efforts of the business 
• Coordinate the Company’s annual budget preparation and approval process 
• Coordinate the preparation of departmental budget and approve departmental expenditure in line with approved authority limits 
• Raise funds as approved by the Board to finance company activities and strategic initiatives 
• Provide overall oversight of all financial risk management activities within the Company, and ensure that the full spectrum of financial risks (such as interest rate and foreign exchange risk) is identified, measured, monitored and controlled 
• Develop and oversee the implementation of a sound accounting framework and a reliable financial reporting system in compliance with statutory provisions 
• Approve payroll along with the HR department to facilitate payment to staff 
• Liaise with external and internal auditors; and ensure the annual and/or periodic audits are seamlessly carried out 
• Develop and manage key relationships with relevant external bodies /contacts e.g., regulatory organizations, auditors, solicitors, banks etc. to facilitate effective business operations 
• Review and authorize key expenditures/transactions of the Department in line with approved budget 
• Perform any other tasks assigned from time to time by the MD/CEO 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or any related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution 
• MBA or a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or any related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution 
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant professional experience, with at least five 5 years in a Senior Management position in a similar environment 
• Relevant Professional Certifications, e.g., CFA, ICAN, ACCA, ANAN or any other relevant professional qualification are required 
• Strong/In-depth understanding of international and local tax laws and regulatory frameworks including investment regulation, data protection regulation, and financial reporting frameworks 
• Potential risk identification and management skills 
• High ethical standards and integrity 
• Knowledge of the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) and NERC requirements for financial reporting 
• Good knowledge of a standard ERP Solution with respect to finance functions