Finance Director

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to join our leadership team. This role will be pivotal in driving the company’s financial health and strategy, leading finance and accounting operations, managing investor relations, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate is both detail-oriented and visionary, capable of partnering with stakeholders to shape the company’s financial future.

1 - Strategic Finance Leadership 

• Serve as a key member of the company’s leadership team, contributing to high-level strategic decisions.

• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team on business planning, budgeting, and investment strategy.

• Present financial updates and strategic insights in Board of Directors (BOD) meetings, including the preparation and delivery of investor decks and performance reports.

2 - Investor Relations & Due Diligence 

• Lead investor relations initiatives, ensuring transparent and timely communication with shareholders and potential investors.

• Manage financial due diligence processes for fundraising, M&A, and strategic partnerships.

• Support capital raising initiatives and contribute to the valuation and negotiation processes.

3 - Financial Management 

Oversee and lead the finance and accounting functions including:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  

• General accounting and reporting
  

• Treasury and cash flow management
  

• Finance operations
  

Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support decision-making. Monitor key financial KPIs and advise the executive team accordingly.

4 - Governance, Compliance, & Risk Management 

• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and tax regulations.

• Oversee internal controls, audits, and risk management processes.

• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required.

• Recommend improvements in compliance processes and financial governance frameworks.

1 - Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  
• Professional certifications such as Chief Accountant License, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent are required.
  

2 - Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.
  

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional financial teams and managing full-spectrum finance operations.
  

• Proven track record in investor relations and presenting to executive stakeholders and boards.
  

• Experience conducting financial due diligence and working with legal and financial advisors.
  

• Strong knowledge of compliance, regulatory, and reporting frameworks.
  

3 - Skills & Attributes

• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
  

• Fluent in English; fluency in additional languages is a plus.