Financial Director

Job Purpose

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement the organization’s financial strategy in alignment with corporate objectives
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management and executive leadership
• Support business growth initiatives, investments, and strategic projects through financial analysis and evaluation
• Lead long-term financial planning and sustainability initiatives

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Direct the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting activities
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Develop financial models and business cases for strategic decisions

Financial Reporting

• Ensure timely preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Oversee the preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS or applicable accounting standards
• Present financial results and performance reports to executive management and the Board of Directors

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships, and financing activities
• Optimize working capital and ensure adequate funding for operational requirements
• Monitor investment activities and debt obligations

Risk Management

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial governance frameworks
• Ensure compliance with local laws, tax regulations, and corporate policies
• Coordinate internal and external audits and address audit findings
• Identify and mitigate financial risks

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
• Establish performance objectives and professional development plans
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with auditors, regulators, banks, investors, and external stakeholders
• Support executive leadership in financial negotiations and strategic partnerships

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Master’s Degree (MBA or Finance-related discipline) preferred
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CA is highly preferred

Skills

• Strong financial planning and analytical skill
• Expert knowledge of IFRS and financial regulation
• Strategic thinking
• Leadership and people management skill
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skill
• High level of integrity and professional ethic

Key Performance Indicators (Kpi)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Budget adherence and cost optimization
• Cash flow management effectiveness
• Audit findings and compliance result
• Financial risk mitigation
• Team performance and development
• Achievement of strategic financial objective