Chief Financial Officer, MNC

Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement the company's financial strategy, aligning it with overall business objectives and growth plans.

• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

• Conduct financial analysis, scenario modeling, and cost-benefit analysis to support strategic decision-making (e.g., new product development, market expansion, M&A).

• Advise the CEO on financial implications of business strategies and initiatives.

2. Financial Management and Operations:

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury functions.

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement).

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital effectively to ensure optimal financial resources.

• Oversee debt and asset management, including financial investments and physical assets.

• Develop and implement robust internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.

• Manage and optimize relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, and other external stakeholders.

3. Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks (e.g., market risk, credit risk, operational risk).

• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and tax laws.

• Develop and maintain a strong risk management framework and internal control environment.

• Oversee the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.

4. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.

• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the finance function.

• Collaborate effectively with other C-suite executives and department heads to drive cross-functional initiatives and achieve organizational goals.

• Promote financial literacy and responsible financial practices across the organization.

5. Technology and Digital Transformation:

• Leverage financial technology (FinTech) and data analytics to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and insights in financial operations and reporting.

• Drive digital transformation initiatives within the finance function to streamline processes and improve decision-making.

• Lead the ERP system implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree highly preferred.

• Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or equivalent are often required or highly desirable.

• Extensive experience in senior financial leadership roles, with a proven track record of success in managing complex financial operations and contributing to strategic growth.

• Strong leadership but at the same time can perform hands on tasks.

• Excellent command of English.

• Immediate availability is preferable.