Assess and evaluate financial performance of organization with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts.
Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information. Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency.
Communicate, engage and interact with Board of Directors, CEO, COO and Executive Leadership Team.
Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company s plan for growth and expansion.
Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models.
Interact with and bring department into line with Board of Directors plans, initiatives and recommendations.
Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by senior leadership team.
Financial Management
Raising Debt and Equity from financial institutions and investors as per the growth plans of the organisation
Leading the relationship management with lenders
Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability
Oversee cash, investments and asset management
Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks.
Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.
Financial Relations and Policies
Develop short term and long-term plans, projections and budgets.
Represent company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors and auditors
Managing the Credit Rating process
Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting
Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss, forecast vs. budget and others.
Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.
Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.
Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations
Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software. Provide regular maintenance and backup of all accounting systems and supervise company financial staff.
Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for banks, investors and company s board of directors.
Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements.
Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all tax returns.
Work with Human Resources to ensure appropriate 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.
Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
Finance and Accounting Team Management
Mentor and develop a team of 10 senior managers, managing work allocation, systems training, performance evaluations, and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic.
Oversee cash management, approve large payables, authorize large wires and ACHs
Requirements
Proven experience as CFO , Finance Head or similar role.
Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software.