Chief Finance Officer 309 views

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To oversee the Company’s financial activities i.e. financial strategy formulation, finance planning, budgeting, revenue goals, cash flows, analysing the company’s financial strengths and weaknesses, reporting and proposing strategic interventions. The incumbent will also be responsible for leading and directing the finance function as well as ensuring that financial accounting policies are in accordance with international financial accounting standards and trends.

CORE DELIVERABLES:

• Drive the strategy formulation and financial planning of the company.
• Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Manage the preparation and analysis of financial reports.
• Leading and directi ng the finance function in accordance with relevant statutes.
• Overseeing the development of budgets and effective budgetary controls.
• Develop robust and effective financial and risk management strategies to hedge the company against adverse economic trends.
• Ensure availability of sound financial accounting packages and a vibrant IT system responsive to organisation’s needs and contemporary trends.
• Oversee the procurement and administration of assets portfolio in line the regulatory authority requirements.
• Ensure adherence of all companyfinancial aspects to best cooperate governance principles and standards
  

  REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • High level business awareness.
  • Excellent planning and organisation skills
  • Business minded strategic thinker with impeccable integrity.
  • Good knowledge of pricing, contract negotiation, policies and procedures

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Finance or Accounting ” Chartered Accountant (CA) and or Full ACCA, CIS, CIMA
  • Relevant Master’s Degree i.e. (MBA, MBL etc.)
  • Ten (10) years’ experience in finance with at least 5 years at senior management level
  • Sound knowledge of Accounting packages and systems