Core Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.
• Support the commercial and operational functions.
• Provide leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team.
• Implement accounting standards, process, and disciplines to ensure reliable/accurate and timely delivery of required management information.
• Develop and manage reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that guarantees a minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Ensure control over expenses and capital expenditure.
• Oversee the budgeting process and ensure full implementation and monitoring of the agreed budget.
• Conduct business performance analysis and interpretation.
• Manage relationship with equity and debt investors and minimize the weighted average cost of capital for the company.
• Liaise with external auditors and ensure timely release of the audited financial statement.
• Optimize the business tax liabilities and ensure timely submission of tax returns.

Requirements / Skills:

• Proven experience as CFO, finance officer or relevant role.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant.
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.
• 10-15 years of experience, including 5 years in a similar role