Financial Manager Cape Town

Head of FinanceThe role of the Head of Finance is the overall control and responsibility for all financial aspects of the company in pursuing its strategy. The Head of Finance will be responsible for leading and managing the finance team through time-critical periods including month-end, year-end, and quarterly budgeting processes.The Head of Finance will have excellent communication skills with all levels of staff, suppliers, and stakeholders. He/she will need to work with all departments helping them plan and manage their own budgets, forecasts, and OKRs, understand key variances, and validate and recommend appropriate remedial actions.Duties & ResponsibilitiesManaging and reporting on company financesFinancially validating and recommending various strategic options available to the CompanyMeasurement and analytics more broadlyDraft and implement appropriate financial policies and all month-end, year-end, and quarterly budgeting processesProduce timely and comprehensive management accounts including all relevant OKRs, and present these to the leadership teamManage the organisation's cash flow and liquidity, and develop plans to optimise financial resourcesKeep the board advised of operational issues that may impact the financial performance of the business, and produce any necessary board packsDevelop and implement financial strategies to ensure the organisation's financial health and stability, and validate any changes in strategy to maximise cash flow and profitabilityAssess and manage financial risks, including credit and investment risks, and set recovery plans when there are variances in the accountsLiaise with the Company's auditors and oversee the audit processEnsure compliance with financial regulations and laws, and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies.Develop and maintain outstanding relationships with all stakeholders including management, staff, auditors, and investorsManage, develop, and grow all personnel within the finance functionDesired Experience & QualificationDegree in a business or finance related subjectQualified Chartered AccountantAt least 8 years (6 years if specific industry experience) post qualification experience in a related industry roleHighly autonomous and self-motivatedStrong financial modelling skills and scenario sensitivityKnowledge of the UK regulatory environment as it relates to the company's activities (advantageous)Experience in a company with outside investors, preferably VC (advantageous)
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