Chief Financial Officer

Qualifications:

A qualified accountant or alternatively an MBA-Finance with minimum 7 years’ experience post qualification;
Track record evidencing both a hands-on approach and ability to think strategically;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and computer skills;
Experience of operating in a regulated industry advantageous, but not a pre-requisite.
Understanding of IFRS

As a member of the senior management team, the CFO will:

Contribute to business planning and strategic planning by preparing cash flow projections, budgets and forecasts and providing analysis of financial performance;

Develop processes as well as practical templates to assist branches in other countries in controlling costs and improving margins and cash flow;

Recommend tax planning strategies to minimise tax liabilities;

Working with Treasury, ensure effective management of funds;

Ensure compliance in the finance area with all regulatory and auditing requirements;

Manage, develop and train an effective finance team.

Overall responsibility for the effective operation of finance function, including regulatory responsibilities. Successful candidate would report to the Chief Executive Officer, serve as one of the firm's executive managers and be expected to take a seat on the Board of Directors.