Head of Finance Job Opportunity at Global Profilers August, 2014

We are a recruitment & HR consultancy company, providing a wide range of recruitment and
selection services to local and international companies in Africa. Our Team of dedicated consultants offers businesses to get the right and best talent across wide range of sectors and professions.

Africa is experiencing an economic boom in all sectors. It is a dynamic as well as complex & diverse market. Our Specialized approach is backed by deep understanding of all aspects of business and industry in this challenging and growing market whilst retaining our global standards in talent acquisition and HR services.

Job Title: Head of Finance (Ref: 366)

Global Profilers is a Recruitment & HR Services firm specialized in recruitment in Africa; we are currently looking for a Head of Finance for our client who is a Digital Solution and Services Company

Responsibilities:

    Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
    Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary.
    Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
    Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
    Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
    Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
    Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors

Qualification and Experience:

Expectations/Qualities

·        Minimum 5 years in financial management

·        Master’s degree in Finance or recognized professional certification (such as CPA,ACCA,CMA, CFA)

·        Knowledge of local accounting practices and relevant laws a plus

 Key Skills and Attributes

·        Strong financial management skills

·        Fluent English with excellent writing and verbal communication skills

·        Excellent Excel skills

·        Strong organizational and leadership skills

·        At ease in working in a start-up organization, where tasks and responsibilities are in constant move

·        Able to operate in a multicultural environment

·        High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team-spirit

·        Adaptive, Patient, resilient and flexible

·        Pro-active and solutions oriented

·        Fast learning and high reactivity

·        Ability to work under time pressure

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