Role Overview
Overseeing all financial aspects
of the organization and ensuring its long-term financial sustainability. The
role involves developing and executing financial strategies that support the
company’s strategic objectives, maintaining robust financial controls, and
providing accurate financial insights to guide decision-making.
The Head of Finance
leads the finance team in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance
functions, ensuring that financial operations are efficient, transparent, and
aligned with regulatory standards. This role also plays a key part in risk
management, investment planning, and resource allocation to optimize the
organization’s financial performance.
In addition to managing internal
financial processes, the Head of Finance serves as a strategic advisor to
senior management and the board, contributing to business growth,
profitability, and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities
Financial Strategy and
Leadership
- Develop and implement the organization’s
overall financial strategy aligned with corporate goals.
- Provide financial leadership and guidance
to the executive team and board of directors. Forecast short-term and
long-term financial performance and advise on financial planning.
- Drive strategic initiatives to ensure
sustainable growth and profitability.
Financial Planning and Analysis
(FP&A)
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting
process across departments.
- Analyze financial performance, variances,
and key performance indicators (KPIs). Provide actionable insights to
support data-driven decision-making.
- Prepare and present detailed financial
reports and dashboards
Financial Management and Control
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations
including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial
reporting in compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Monitor expenditure, cost control, and
efficiency of financial processes.
- Manage treasury operations and optimize
liquidity.
Compliance, Risk, and Governance
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and
regulatory financial requirements.
- Oversee internal controls, audits, and
risk management frameworks.
- Liaise with external auditors,
regulators, and tax authorities.
- Maintain corporate governance and
financial integrity.
Leadership and Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance
team to achieve departmental goals.
- Promote a culture of accountability,
transparency, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with other departments to
align financial practices with organizational
Stakeholder Engagement
- Communicate financial results and
strategies to senior management, board members, and investors.
- Support fundraising, investment, and
partnership initiatives.
- Build relationships with banks, auditors,
and other key stakeholders.
Systems and Process Improvement
- Implement and enhance financial systems,
tools, and automation to improve efficiency.
- Drive digital transformation and data
accuracy in financial reporting.
- Review and optimize financial workflows
and policies.
Skills and Competencies
Technical Skills
- Financial planning, budgeting, and
forecasting
- Accounting and financial reporting
(IFRS/GAAP)
- Cash flow and treasury management
- Taxation and compliance management
- Risk management and internal controls
- Financial systems and data analysis
Strategic Skills
- Business and commercial acumen
- Strategic financial planning and
decision-making
- Investment and cost optimization
- Long-term financial sustainability
planning
Leadership and Management
- Team leadership and people development
- Cross-functional collaboration and
stakeholder management
- Influencing and negotiation skills
- Change management and organizational
leadership
Analytical and Problem-Solving
- Strong analytical and quantitative
abilities
- Ability to interpret financial data and
provide insights
- Sound judgment and decision-making under
pressure
Technology and Digital
Competence
- Proficiency in ERP and financial software
(e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)
- Advanced Excel and data visualization
(Power BI, Tableau)
- Understanding of digital transformation
in finance
Interpersonal and Communication
- Excellent verbal and written
communication skills
- Strong presentation and reporting ability
- High level of integrity, ethics, and
professionalism
Education and Experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting,
Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting,
or Business Administration (MBA) is an added
Professional certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in
finance, accounting, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a senior
management or leadership position.
- Proven track record in financial
planning, budgeting, and analysis at a strategic level.
- Experience in developing and implementing
financial strategies that support business growth and sustainability.
- Strong background in financial reporting,
auditing, and compliance with regulatory
- Demonstrated experience in managing
teams, mentoring finance professionals, and building high-performance
departments.
- Exposure to risk management, treasury,
and investment decision-making.
- Experience working with executive
leadership and boards of directors to provide.
How to Apply
