Head of Finance needed at Parvana

What you will be doing:

• Develop and implement financial strategies and oversee budget preparation, forecasting to align with company goals.
• Generate timely and accurate financial reports and analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Manage cash flow and oversee financial systems and software to ensure liquidity and optimal cash utilisation.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to protect assets and data integrity.
• Lead financial planning, including capital allocation, investments, and resource distribution.
• Coordinate audits and address findings.
• Lead, mentor and foster professional development within the finance team.
• Collaborate with other departments to support strategic initiatives and enhance financial performance.
• Communicate financial performance and strategy to stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Implement cost control measures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, and practices.
• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the finance function.
• Stay informed about industry trends.

What our client is looking for:

• CA(SA) or equivalent with currency hedging and multi-currency bank account management experience
• Corporate governance, business risk management, and IT and ERP systems knowledge
• Excellent communication, negotiation, coaching, and facilitation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team; self-motivated and self-managed with initiative
• Logical and balanced approach, even under pressure, with attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Strategic thinking, day-to-day operations management, project and change management skills
• Analytical thinking, creativity, innovation, and solutions-oriented, even under pressure
• Multi-tasking and simultaneous project management