Job Description
Job SummaryOur client, an emerging leader in the Audio-Visual (AV) industry, is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Head of Finance to lead its financial operations across all business units. This is a crucial leadership role that goes beyond traditional accounting; the successful candidate must be a true business partner that will help shape the group's financial future.The ideal candidate will embody the group's core values of Excellence, Integrity, and Innovation. You will be responsible for developing and implementing financial strategies that support the collective vision of becoming the cornerstone of AV excellence in West Africa, ensuring sustainable growth, profitability, and sound financial health. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute the group's overarching financial strategy, including long-term financial modeling, forecasting, and investment planning. Provide strategic insights to senior leadership to guide business decisions.Performance Management: Establish and monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) for each business unit. Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential risks.Operational Oversight: Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls. Ensure all financial activities are transparent, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.Demonstrated ability to use financial data to drive business growth and strategic decisions.A history of upholding the highest standards of Integrity and professionalism in all financial dealings.Experience in the technology, retail, or a related sector is a plus.
Experience
Proven experience as a financial expert with aspirations to becoming a financial Controller, or CFO within a group of companies or a multi-subsidiary structure.A strong background in strategic financial planning, project finance, analysis, and risk management.