Job Competencies 

Strategy, Planning and Management: 

The incumbent shall act as strategic business partner to senior executive leadership team & serve as a key member of executive leadership team. The key areas of contribution will be to:

• Implement policies, procedures and processes appropriate for the organization
• Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan for growth and expansion
• Assess and evaluate financial performance of organization with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts
• Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency
• Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information
• Communicate, engage and interact with CEO, and Leadership Team to provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of organization
• Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models
• Select and/or engage with consultants, auditors and investors. Recruit, interview and hire finance, accounting and payroll staff as required

Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting: 

Should act as a custodian of financial planning and analysis. The key areas of contribution will be to:

• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports, including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs. budget by division
• Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations
• Identify, develop and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches and/or new service offerings
• Provide recommendations on potential returns and risks against any new investment opportunities
• Develop, maintain and manage monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget
• Manage financial planning and analysis department. Supervise creation of reports, software implementation and tools for budgeting and forecasting
• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization’s plans and operating budgets

Financial Relations and Policies: 

Should act as one of the drivers in implementing and maintaining financial relations and/or policies. The key areas of contribution will be to:

• Engage relevant stakeholders to develop short term and long-term plans, projections and budgets
• Represent company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors and officials
• Maintain banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners
• Remain updated and current on audit best practices as well as central, provincial and local laws regarding company operations.

Finance and Accounting Team Management: 

Should form and lead an efficient finance and account team. The key areas of contributions will be to:

• Mentor and develop a team of senior managers and/or officers, managing work allocation, systems training, performance evaluations, and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic
• Guide larger, cross-divisional teams outside of direct span of control within the company divisions
• Oversee periodic cash management and AP Department, approve payables, sign checks, authorize large wires
• Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process

Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations: 

Should not hesitate to act also in the traditional role of custodian of accounts and finance. The key areas of contribution will be to:

• Supervise the finance and accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial records/software
• Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, compliance and financial procedures. Ensure compliance regarding all financial functions
• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
• Ensure verification of relevant and significant benefits to staffs, including but not limited to incentives to staffs
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for the company
• Oversee the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements
• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, provincial and central tax returns
• Work with Human Resources to ensure appropriate legal compliance
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and overhead cost allocation
• Hire, develop and manage accounting managers and staffs
• Manage preparation and support of all external audits
• Coordinate and strategize methods used to attain team goals with regional Accounting Officers and Regional Controllers