Head of Strategic Finance

Dubai - UAE

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 10years

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We represent a technology player whose digital banking platform is transforming financial services in emerging markets making a real impact by embedding credit and savings products into the digital channels people use every day. Their data-driven technology powers MNOs FinTechs and banks enabling them to scale fast and drive financial inclusion for millions. For those looking to work on cutting-edge financial tech with real-world impact this is the opportunity for you. With rapid growth industry recognition and a team that thrives on innovation this is a chance to shape the future of finance in high-growth markets across Africa.

Job Description:

The Head of Strategic Finance will drive the companys financial strategy investor relations and business planning. You will work closely with the CFO across various verticals including financial budgeting financial modelling and planning legal reviews relationship management investor engagement and oversight of the broader finance and accounting team.

Your daily adventures include:

Review existing processes controls and procedures and implement robust best-in-class internal controls and financial governance frameworks
Oversee and lead all aspects of accounting/booking treasury management and financial planning and analysis
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models business case models and budgeting models. Ensuring accuracy and reliability in all financial modeling activities
Provide detailed analysis and recommendations to improve profitability cost efficiency and financial performance
Review analyze and understand all aspects of financial performance; interrogate results identify and solve any gaps/errors prepare supplementary analyses and own and present financial performance to the CFO and Senior Management
Manage the Groups liquidity cash flow and working capital to ensure operational efficiency and optimize Groups capital structure with debt and equity financing strategies
Build up mentor and lead a high-performance finance team and foster a culture of accountability attention to detail and continuous improvement
Drive the adoption of financial systems and tools to improve scalability and operational effectiveness
Ensure accurate and timeline preparation of audited accounts and filings and be accountable for ensuring compliance across all statutory regulatory and internal governance process requirements
Support CFO in engagements with investors and potential strategic partners including developing market research business cases projections and decks to support commercial discussions and M&A activity

Requirements

What it takes to succeed:

58 years of relevant work experience: Proven experience in financial planning analysis and strategy within dynamic business environments.
A strong understanding of financial reporting forecasting and budgeting
Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification: A recognized CA qualification with solid expertise in financial management regulatory compliance and best accounting practices
Experience in digital banking or FinTech: Familiarity with the financial technology landscape including digital payment systems lending platforms and regulatory frameworks. Experience in working with fast-growing technology-driven companies is an added advantage
CFA Charterholder: Holding the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation demonstrates a strong understanding of investment management financial modelling and strategic financial planning which can add significant value to the role

Your daily adventures include:

Review existing processes controls and procedures and implement robust best-in-class internal controls and financial governance frameworks
Oversee and lead all aspects of accounting/booking treasury management and financial planning and analysis
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models business case models and budgeting models. Ensuring accuracy and reliability in all financial modeling activities
Provide detailed analysis and recommendations to improve profitability cost efficiency and financial performance
Review analyze and understand all aspects of financial performance; interrogate results identify and solve any gaps/errors prepare supplementary analyses and own and present financial performance to the CFO and Senior Management
Manage the Groups liquidity cash flow and working capital to ensure operational efficiency and optimize Groups capital structure with debt and equity financing strategies
Build up mentor and lead a high-performance finance team and foster a culture of accountability attention to detail and continuous improvement
Drive the adoption of financial systems and tools to improve scalability and operational effectiveness
Ensure accurate and timeline preparation of audited accounts and filings and be accountable for ensuring compliance across all statutory regulatory and internal governance process requirements
Support CFO in engagements with investors and potential strategic partners including developing market research business cases projections and decks to support commercial discussions and M&A activity

Requirements

What it takes to succeed:

58 years of relevant work experience: Proven experience in financial planning analysis and strategy within dynamic business environments.
A strong understanding of financial reporting forecasting and budgeting
Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification: A recognized CA qualification with solid expertise in financial management regulatory compliance and best accounting practices
Experience in digital banking or FinTech: Familiarity with the financial technology landscape including digital payment systems lending platforms and regulatory frameworks. Experience in working with fast-growing technology-driven companies is an added advantage
CFA Charterholder: Holding the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation demonstrates a strong understanding of investment management financial modelling and strategic financial planning which can add significant value to the role