Chief Financial Officer

A reputable client of ours specialising in the Health, Special Education and Therapy services is currently looking to onboard a Chief Financial Officer to join their team

Duties:

• Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyse internal operations, identify areas of cost reduction and process enhancement.
• Develops and advises on business development and strategic planning including the development and implementation of the organization’s business plan.
• Manages liquidity, finance, accounting and compliance functions with the necessary processes and internal controls to safeguard the corporate assets.
• Works with the senior management and heads of department to efficiently develop proposals budgets, provide access to project finance information, and manage contract/grant compliance and reporting.
• Ensures the reconciliation processes of all departments of the organisation are carried out and documented as necessary.
• Coordinate the preparation of management accounts, financial statements, financial reports, special analyses and information reports, also coordinating, directing the preparing the budget and financial forecasts and reports on variances..
• Strategically evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programmes/ services.
• Optimise the relationships with Banks and other stakeholders, initiating appropriate strategies to enhance the Foundation’s cash position as well as develop new business opportunities whilst strengthening existing revenue streams.
• Ensure that the organisation has an internal and external communication and marketing plan and ensure its execution is carried out according to strategic plan.
• Ensures that tax and legal requirements are met and that internal controls are put in place together with governance and standards.
• Monitoring KPIs and establishing corrective measures as required.
• Ensure that approved projects support the right business goals and ensure the functioning of the property management and operations support functions.
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices, customer focus and service and encourages individual integrity.
• Maintain a positive and ethical work climate that is conducive to attracting, retaining and motivation a diverse group of employees at all levels.

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a leadership role within Finance & Operations
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

• Master's degree (MQF Level 7) or equivalent in Business Administration/Management
• Must be a locally qualified and warranted Accountant