Chief Financial Officer ( Part time or Full time)

A client of ours specialising in the Retail sector is currently looking to onboard a Chief Financial Officer , to join their dynamic team; The designated person will be working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, and responsibilities are as follows: 

Duties:

• Ensure the financial well-being of the entire organisation, implementing robust financial strategies to support growth and sustainability
• Act as a strategic advisor to the Partner, offering insights and recommendations for key business decisions and growth strategies
• Establish and execute world-class standards, systems, and real-time financial reporting processes.
• Lead high-level contract negotiations with external partners and third parties
• Spearhead the digital transformation of the finance function, emphasising scalability and efficiency through automation (e.g., automated invoicing, credit policies, debt collection)
• Manage both long-term and short-term cash flow, including forecasting, cost control, banking relations, accounts -receivable, treasury, and procurement
• Oversee group governance related to audits, maintaining an up-to-date data room with all relevant financial statements and tax positions
• Lead the development of a modern, integrated, and digital finance function, leveraging the latest technological advancements
• Ensure operational involvement within the organization to identify revenue opportunities and contribute to financial success.
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization, such as alliances, investments, and mergers
• Manage financial risk elements of transactions, new business launches, and critical projects
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and the C-level team on strategic and tactical issues facing the organisation
• Actively contribute to strategic planning sessions and design routine quarterly goals and milestones for the Finance team.

• Must have experience in e-commerce, Sales or a similar online industry
• Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and working with complex financials at the group level
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with C-level executives and stakeholders
• Must have impeccable verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong commercial orientation, proficiency in high-level contract negotiations, and financial strategy development.
• Proven experience as a Financial Director for at least 3-4 years and/or minimum of 2 years as a CFO
• Proficiency in translating complex financial ideas into easily understandable solutions

• Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

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