Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Job Purpose/Summary:
The Interim CFO is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, ensuring financial stability and driving financial strategy during a transitional period. This role involves managing company finances, including financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, and financial reporting, while providing leadership to the finance team and supporting the overall business strategy.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement the financial strategy of the organization in alignment with overall business objectives.
* Provide financial insights and recommendations to the CEO, board, and senior leadership.
* Manage financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.
* Ensure accurate and timely financial information to support decision-making.
* Lead the preparation and presentation of financial budgets and forecasts.
* Conduct detailed financial analysis to monitor performance, identify trends, and suggest areas for improvement.
* Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity.
Financial Operations:
* Oversee the accounting, treasury, tax, and audit functions.
* Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements.
* Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
* Identify and mitigate financial risks through appropriate control measures.
* Oversee the development of financial systems and policies that enhance the company’s risk management framework.
* Ensure that internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
* Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, ensuring high levels of performance and engagement.
* Drive change management and process improvements within the finance function.
Stakeholder Engagement:
* Work closely with senior leadership, board members, and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, banks, investors).
* Act as the primary financial spokesperson for the organization and represent financial interests at board meetings.
Compliance & Governance:
* Ensure that the company complies with all applicable financial regulations, laws, and internal policies.
* Maintain relationships with external auditors and coordinate audit activities.
* Oversee tax strategy and ensure compliance with tax laws and filing requirements.
Qualifications & Experience:
Qualifications:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) required.
* MBA or advanced financial qualification (desirable but not essential).
Experience:
* Significant experience as a CFO or senior financial leader, preferably in a similar industry or interim capacity.
* Strong track record of leading finance teams and driving financial strategy in a transitional or growth environment.
* Experience in managing financial restructuring, M&A, or business transformation projects (desirable).
* Solid knowledge of financial systems, ERP systems, and related software.
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