- Drive the financial planning of the company by analysing its performance and risks.
- Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems.
- Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system.
- Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (management accountants, internal auditors etc.).
- Oversee all audit and internal control operations.
- Develop the corporate fundraising strategy and manage relationships with partners and investors.
- Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis.
- Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives.
- Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines.
Skills
- Financial Analysis and Forecasting
- Budget Formulation and Reporting
- Revenue Recognition and Analysis
- Process improvement
- System implementation
- IFRS, IFRS 9, IFRS 15
- UK GAAP
- US GAAP
- Compliance (Sarbanes Oxley)
- Corporate Taxation
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Due Diligence
- Payroll Management
- Credit Control
- Team Management and Leadership
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices.
- Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage, Xero).
- An analytical mind with a strategic ability.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.