The Head of Finance and Accounting leads the organization’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring sound financial management, reporting, compliance, and strategic support to the executive team. This role combines financial leadership, operational oversight, risk management, and team development to support the company’s financial health and long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and oversee all financial operations, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and reporting. Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership for decision-making.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.

Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, general ledger activities, and statutory reports.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors as needed.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and future financial forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Manage financial risk, cash flows, treasury functions, and investment appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/GAAP), and tax laws.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering high performance.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations within the department.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with other leaders (e.g., CEO, CFO, operations) on strategic initiatives.
• Present financial results and insights to board members and senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA, Finance) or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) preferred.

Experience

• Significant experience in finance and accounting, including senior leadership roles (typically 8–10+ years).
• Proven track record of financial planning, policy development, reporting, and compliance.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Deep knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Excel.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting
• Budget adherence and forecasting accuracy
• Compliance and audit outcomes
• Financial risk mitigation effectiveness
• Team performance and development outcomes

Job Type: Full-time