Head of Finance
The Head of Finance is responsible for the development, interpretation, and evaluation of financial information as well as the execution of financial decisions taken by the Board.
This role involves financial planning and analysis, along with the development of the reporting processes necessary to enhance the integrity and quality of the information used in the management of the company.
The incumbent will be responsible for the successful oversight of the financial transactional activities through local teams and outsourced partners.
The purpose of this position is to provide strategic insight and direction to the Board on the financial management of the Company.
The incumbent will be required to complete financial calculations, simulations, and projections to assist in decision making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Finance Management: Plan and direct all aspects of financial function for the company through the management of outsource partners and local teams.
* Coordinate with Departments: Ensure the appropriate information is available for analysis of business, interpreting financial outcomes, and the development of automated tools necessary for increasing departmental efficiency and overall management of the company.
* Lead Financial Information: Acquire and assimilate data, produce financial proformas, and develop business plans.
* Manage Financial Projections: New business bids, proposals, investment decisions, and strategy development.
* Cash Management: Provide detailed cost information and cost analysis beyond the management accounts to control and reduce overhead costs and expenditures.
* Manage Company Assets: Working capital and cash management.
* Budget Management: Manage the budgeting process by liaising with budget holders on project budgets and consolidating budget data for enterprise management decision making.
Reporting Requirements:
* Monthly Budget Reconciliations and Summaries.
* Quarterly Financial Reporting and Analysis.
Relationships:
The incumbent will report to the COO and will engage closely with the CEO and Managing Partner. The incumbent will also interface with clients and partners in countries. Direct reports include finance team and outsourced partners.
Person Specification:
* Qualified Accountant with 5 years' experience working at management level.
* Previous experience of working in a large group essential Strong supervisory experience essential.