Job Summary
As the Chief Financial Officer, you will provide strategic financial leadership and oversee the organization's finance function, ensuring sustainable growth, strong financial controls, effective capital management, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the company's financial strategy, including long-term financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and financial performance management
Lead treasury, cash flow, working capital, funding, investment, and banking activities while ensuring adequate liquidity to support operational and expansion requirements
Oversee financial reporting, taxation, audits, internal controls, risk management, and statutory compliance while ensuring adherence to applicable financial and telecommunications regulations
Provide strategic financial insights to executive management and the Board, including financial modelling, investment analysis, business performance reviews, and recommendations on major commercial decisions
Lead and develop the finance function while partnering with commercial, technical, and operational teams to improve profitability, cost efficiency, and overall business performance
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an MBA, Master's degree, or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage
Minimum of 15 - 20 years' progressive finance experience, including significant experience in senior financial leadership positions
Relevant experience within the Telecommunications industry is mandatory, with strong understanding of telecom operations, revenue models, capital expenditure, and commercial dynamics
Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, ICAN, CIMA, or equivalent is mandatory
Strong expertise in financial strategy, treasury, budgeting, financial modelling, corporate finance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and executive stakeholder management.