Main Function
The Finance & Admin Executive is responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions of the organization. This includes financial planning, funding operations, investor relations, budgeting, and ensuring administrative efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience and a strong understanding of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements, funding structures, and financial compliance within the ICT sector.
Role Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Reporting
- Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and periodic financial reports to support business strategy and transparency.
Funding and Investment Oversight
- Manage PPP financial structures, investor relations, and fundraising activities to ensure alignment with business goals.
Cash Flow and Compliance Management
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including bank relations, compliance with tax regulations, and audit readiness.
Financial Modeling and Analysis
- Develop robust financial models and conduct variance and sensitivity analyses for investment decisions and project evaluation.
Administrative Operations
- Supervise office administration, procurement processes, and vendor contracts.
Stakeholder and Team Coordination
Act as finance liason for external auditors, and funding partners, while executing administrative tasks for operational excellence
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Certifications
- A university degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or CFA are highly preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in finance and administration.
- Proven track record managing PPPs, investors, and funding relationships.
- Previous experience in the ICT sector is an asset.
Skills
Financial Expertise
- Strong command of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. Sage, QuickBooks) and Excel modeling.
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge
- Solid understanding of financial laws, tax regulations, and corporate governance.
- Experience with financial audits and investor due diligence processes.
Strategic and Operational Insight
- Ability to link financial strategies to business objectives and provide informed recommendations.
Administrative Leadership
- Capable of organizing administrative systems, supervising support staff, and improving operational efficiency.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for investor presentations and internal reporting.
- Ability to engage with funders, legal teams, government bodies, and other key partners.
Organization and Time Management
- Exceptional multitasking, organization, and deadline-management abilities in a dynamic work environment.
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Reports to: Group CEO / Board of Directors
Role Summary
The Group CFO will provide strategic financial leadership across the company and its subsidiaries, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance, and growth. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage group-level finance operations, oversee tax and audit matters, optimize access to finance, and provide accurate financial reporting to support decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with group objectives.
- Advise the CEO and Board on financial performance, risk management, and investment opportunities.
- Lead group-level financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee preparation and consolidation of financial statements (in line with IFRS & local GAAP).
- Ensure timely reporting to management, regulators, and investors.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management across subsidiaries.
Taxation & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and optimize tax efficiency.
- Oversee internal controls, risk management frameworks, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate statutory audits and liaise with external auditors.
Funding & Capital Management
- Build relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions to secure financing.
- Structure funding models for projects and working capital requirements.
- Assess M&A opportunities, partnerships, and capital raising strategies.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and build capacity within the finance team across subsidiaries.
- Implement performance management frameworks for finance staff.
- Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (Master’s/MBA preferred).
- Professional certifications: ICAN, ACCA, CFA, or CPA required.
- 12+ years’ progressive experience in finance leadership, with at least 5 years as CFO/Finance Director in a group or conglomerate structure.
- Strong knowledge of taxation, audit processes, IFRS, and financial compliance.
- Proven track record of raising capital and managing banking/investor relations.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
Key Skills
- Financial strategy & risk management.
- Taxation, audit, and compliance expertise.
- Capital raising & investor relations.
- Analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Leadership, communication, and negotiation.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Financial Strategy & Reporting
- Accuracy and timeliness of group financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annual).
- Forecast-to-actual variance within ±10%.
- Implementation of financial strategies approved by the Board.
Tax & Compliance
- Zero penalties or fines from tax/regulatory authorities.
- Timely completion of annual audits (within statutory deadlines).
- Percentage reduction in tax liabilities through efficient structuring.
Access to Finance & Capital Management
- Amount of funding raised (equity, debt, grants) within the year.
- Cost of capital compared to industry benchmarks.
- Cash flow coverage ratio maintained above required thresholds.
Operational Efficiency
- Reduction in financial leakages or inefficiencies (measured annually).
- Implementation of group-wide ERP or financial management systems.
- Working capital cycle improvements (receivables, payables, inventory).
Leadership & Team Development
- Staff retention rate in the finance team.
- Percentage of finance staff achieving professional certifications.
- Employee satisfaction score within the finance department.