Head of Finance at The People Practice

Our client, a diversified business group, is looking to hire a Head of Finance to support the development and implementation of financial plans and ensure alignment with the organization\'s strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of financial plans, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring alignment with the organization\'s strategic goals.
• Oversight, development, and management of the organization\'s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Management of the company\'s cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity and optimization of cash utilization.
• Identification, assessment, and management of financial risks, including credit risk, currency risk, and interest rate risk.
• Compliance with all tax regulations and optimization of the company\'s tax position.
• Management of the organization\'s capital structure, including periodic lead of capital raise initiatives to ensure optimal mix of debt and equity
• financing.
• Supervision of the organization’s investment programs to ensure that investment plans are aligned with the company\'s financial goals.
• Monitoring and analysis of the company\'s financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing recommendations.
• Leadership and management of the organization’s finance and accounting team to ensure that team members have the necessary skills and resources to perform their duties effectively.
• Communication and interpretation of the relevant financial information to stakeholders, including investors, creditors, and regulators.
• Compliance with all relevant financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Management and maintenance of the organization’s relationships with key stakeholders, including bankers, auditors, and other financial professionals. 

Must have skills

• Leadership and management
• Communication and interpretation of relevant financial information
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex financial projects.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Must be a chartered accountant (ACA/ACCA) with at least 10 years’ relevant experience.
• Proven experience in management accounting and corporate finance in reputable private sector organizations. A background in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools.