Job Summary

A Head of Finance is a leadership role overseeing financial staff and a company’s financial strategies. Head of Finance responsibilities include ensuring finances are used beneficially, developing the financial strategy, assessing investments, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conducting risk management/assessing risk.
• Delegating financial tasks and accounting activities.
• Managing accounting teams and the finance department/ensuring smooth running.
• Developing Finance Director-level knowledge.
• Preparing reports on financial results and financial activities/financial reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations/ensuring team members comply with regulations.
• Monitoring cash flow/cash flows.
• Conducting finance team appraisals.
• Identifying opportunities to increase profitability.
• Overseeing accounts receivable and bank reconciliation.
• Conducting internal audits.
• Handling confidential information.
• Meeting with other department heads.
• Establishing secure procedures.
• Reporting to the executive team, board members, and key stakeholders Making informed decisions to increase revenue Strengthening the company’s financial position Leveraging excellent communication skills

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience as a Head of Finance or similar position.
• Solid understanding of financial management and accounting.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Effective leadership qualities.