Head - Finance

The incumbent will play a crucial role in shaping the organization's financial strategy, managing budgeting processes, ensuring financial compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Objectives:

- Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with organizational goals.

- Lead the budgeting process, providing detailed financial analysis and insights.

- Ensure financial compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial strategies aligned with overall business objectives.

Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy:

- Develop and execute the company's financial strategy in collaboration with executive leadership.

- Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.

Budgeting:

- Lead the budgeting process, ensuring accurate and comprehensive budget plans.

- Monitor and analyze budget variances, providing recommendations for improvement.

Financial Compliance:

- Ensure financial compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

- Implement and enforce financial policies and procedures.

Collaboration:

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with overall business objectives.

- Provide financial insights and recommendations to drive business success.

Additional Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

- Take responsibility for all cash management, investments, and budgeting.

- Drive the company's financial strategy and hiring needs.

Budget Development:

- Coordinate the development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets.

- Ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting.

Cash Flow Management:

- Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting.

Operational Best Practices:

- Implement best practices and tools for a well-controlled yet flexible organization.

- Ensure strong fiscal management, project coordination, and workflows.

Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation.

- Take appropriate action to maintain the company's legality and business ethics.

Collaboration with Senior Management:

- Work with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals.

- Provide access to project finance information.

Research and Analysis:

- Research revenue opportunities and economic trends.

- Analyze internal operations and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement.

Risk Management:

- Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments.

- Evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives.

HR Operations Oversight:

- Oversee HR operations by coordinating with external service providers and internal staff responsible for other aspects of HR.

Performance Monitoring:

- Monitor business performance with tracking tools.

- Establish corrective measures as needed and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and the rest of the company.

Team Management:

- Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems.

- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory entities (e.g., Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service)

Required Skills:

- 12+ years of experience in executive leadership roles.

- Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity.

- Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills.

- Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning.

- Working knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of credit.

Qualification and Preferred Skills:

- CA or Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance.

- International finance experience.

- Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations.

- Professional certification (e.g., Certified Public Accountant).