Group Chief Finance Officer at Workforce Group

Job Description

• We are seeking a seasoned and experienced Chief Finance Officer who will provide leadership in managing and supporting the best practice in financial accounting, tax/fiscal planning, and overall treasury operations management, including short term liquidity and long-term solvency of the organization at an acceptable cost and risk.
• Reports to: Group CEO

Responsibilities

• Engage executive management and the appropriate board committee to develop short, medium, and long-term financial plans and projections for thebusiness.
• Develop and utilize financial models and activity-based financial analysis to provide a basis for investment decisions and business planning.
• Oversee accounting operations of all business subsidiaries including GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
• Manage the businesstreasury assets to achieve optimal sourcing, application, and growth of funds.
• Manage key banking relationships to facilitate timely and cost-effective funding of business operations.
• Implement a sound accounting framework in compliance with statutory provisions.
• Develop and implement a robust and reliable financial reporting system in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Ensure that adequate controls are in place to facilitate a seamless payment system.
• Approve accruals and adjustments on erroneously posted financial transactions into the financial system.
• Liaise with external auditors to discuss and resolve queries as they arise to ensure a seamless audit exercise.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant external bodies/contacts e.g. regulatory organizations auditors, solicitors, banks etc.
• Respond to relevant requests from financial institutions.
• Ensure adequate support is available to the Head of Human Resources to ensure an effective payroll system is in place for the timely payment of staff salaries.
• Advise executive management on changes in financial regulations, legislation, and government tariffs.
• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and provide leadership to the Finance Department
• Manage the performance of staff in the Finance Department and provide operational approvals as required to the unit.
• Review weekly financial reports submitted by business units and present timely reports to the Board as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Banking and Finance
• Minimum of 17 Years post-qualification experience in finance and accounting.
• A master’s degree in Finance or an MBA.
• ICAN/ACCA certification.
• Must have applicable knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Skills:

• Proven experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles in an Oil and Gas business.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Must be objective, reliable and must be able to give strategic advice.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity to be able to adhere to regulations and drive total compliance.
• Ability to lead and influence others to do the right thing.
• Effective and explicit communication skills in both oral and written forms.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, possess resilience and calmness even under pressure.