Group Chief Financial Officer

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Group CEO / Board of Directors

Role Summary

The Group CFO will provide strategic financial leadership across the company and its subsidiaries, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance, and growth. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage group-level finance operations, oversee tax and audit matters, optimize access to finance, and provide accurate financial reporting to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with group objectives
• Advise the CEO and Board on financial performance, risk management, and investment opportunities
• Lead group-level financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and consolidation of financial statements in line with IFRS and local GAAP
• Ensure timely reporting to management, regulators, and investors
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management across subsidiaries

Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and optimize tax efficiency
• Oversee internal controls, risk management frameworks, and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Coordinate statutory audits and liaise with external auditors

Funding & Capital Management

• Build relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions to secure financing
• Structure funding models for projects and working capital requirements
• Assess M&A opportunities, partnerships, and capital raising strategies

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and build capacity within the finance team across subsidiaries
• Implement performance management frameworks for finance staff
• Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and excellence

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (Master's/MBA preferred)
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)