Job Description
Our client is a foremost payment, telecom, and enterprise solutions company. They
have developed a digital transformation across various industries like telecommunications, enterprise operations, payment systems, cybersecurity, and software development, and inspired a wave of change they are looking to hire a Head of Finance and Accounts.
The Head of Finance will be responsible for the overall financial management, planning, and strategy for the Group. This role involves leading the finance team, ensuring robust financial controls, driving financial performance, and supporting the strategic direction of the company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both telecom and fintech industries, with a proven track record in managing complex financial operations across multiple subsidiaries.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy and Planning:
• Develop, implement, financial strategies aligned with the Group’s objectives.
• Lead long-term financial planning and analysis to support strategies decision-making.
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial forecasts, budgets and reports.
Financial Operations and Management:
• Manage all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with FIRS and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee cash flow management, working capital, and capital expenditure planning.
• Preparation of Annual financial statements and monthly management account.
• Prepare statement of account for Vendors/Customers.
• Cash Flow Management: Ensuring the organization has sufficient cash flow to meet its financial obligations and capital requirements, managing cash inflows and outflows, and optimizing cash management processes.
• Preparation of a complete set of financial statements and finalization of the General Ledger and Trial Balance for annual audit engagements.
Risk Management and Compliance:
• Identify and mitigate financial risks across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, laws, and standards.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets.
Leadership and Team Management:
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team across the Group.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration withing the finance department.
• Provide membership and professional development opportunities for the team members.
Stakeholder Engagement:
• Act as a key liaison with existing stakeholders, including auditors, banks, investors, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the Board of Directors and senior management.
• Support investor relations activities, including financial presentations and communication.
Business Support and Advisory:
• Partner with business unit leaders to provide financial insights and support for operational decisions.
• Evaluate and advise on the financial impact of business initiatives including mergers, acquisitions, and new ventures.
• Drive financial performance improvement initiatives across the Group.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant master's degree is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as ACA, CPA, CFA, or ACCA, CPA, are required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in the Telecom, Enterprise and Fintech business industries is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of managing financial operations in a complex, multi-subsidiary environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent financial planning, analysis and reporting skills.
• Exceptional team leadership and management abilities.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Superior communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in financial management software and tools
