Chief Financial Officer

Strategic Financial Planning & Leadership

1.     Develop and implement financial strategies, policies,
and internal controls aligned with business objectives.

2.     Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to align
financial planning with long-term organizational goals.

3.     Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting,
and reporting, ensuring data-driven decision-making.

4.     Prepare high-impact presentations and proposals to
investors and financiers for capital raising efforts.

5.     Evaluate and structure bankable investment projects,
including due diligence and financial modelling.

Budgeting & Cost Control

6.     Coordinate the annual budget preparation process,
compiling inputs, analyzing variances, and ensuring board alignment.

7.     Develop and implement cost control/management
strategies to ensure optimal use of financial resources.

Cash flow & Financial Analysis

8.     Monitor and manage company’s cash flow to ensure
sufficient liquidity for operations.

9.     Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments on
projects and company performance using KPIs and models.

10. Analyze financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving
measures.

Compliance & Regulatory Management

11. Ensure full compliance with tax laws and regulatory requirements,
managing relationships with auditors and consultants.

12. Present and manage tax strategies to ensure minimal exposure on all
statutory remittances.

Team Leadership & Operational Oversight

13. Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to the finance and
accounting team to ensure high performance.

14. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including audit
facilitation and management of fixed assets and inventory.

15. Maintain a robust system of accounting controls and improve reporting
systems and templates for business intelligence.

Requirements

Education:

• Minimum BSc/BA
  
• Certified Financial Analyst
  
• MBA or MSc (Added Advantage)
  
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ICAN, ACCA
  or CFA).
  
• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or business
  administration.
  

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial advisory,
  corporate finance, project finance or private equity
  
• Extensive experience in financial leadership roles
  (e.g., CFO or senior finance positions).
  
• Strong understanding of financial planning, capital
  management, and regulatory compliance.
  
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and
  collaborate across departments.
  
• Expertise in financial software and tools for
  efficient operations.
  
• Exceptional communication skills for presenting to
  stakeholders and boards.
  
• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, or
  international finance, equity and debt restructuring and raises.
  

Knowledge and
Proficiency in:

• Strategic financial planning, budgeting, and
  forecasting
  
• Financial modelling and in-depth financial analysis
  
• Project finance and investment structuring
  
• ERP systems and accounting software (e.g., Sage,
  NetSuite)
  
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for
  reporting and presentations
  
• Confidential data handling and sound financial
  judgment