Chief Finance Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Create financial forecasts, budgets, and financial models.
2. Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive team.
3. Oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities.
4. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to stakeholders.
5. Manage cash flow, investment strategies, and capital structure.
6. Supervise accounting, auditing, tax, and treasury functions.
7. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
8. Optimize financial processes and systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
9. Identify and manage financial risks.
10. Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures.
11. Ensure adequate insurance coverage and risk mitigation strategies.
12. Communicate financial performance and strategies to stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, and regulatory bodies.
13. Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and investors.
14. Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
15. Ensure proper training and development programs for finance staff.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior financial leadership role.
3. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
4. Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
5. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
6. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
7. In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements.