Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary The CFO will be responsible to build scalable financial systems, ensure compliance, and turn data into decisions in driving financial strategy, ensuring fiscal health, and supporting sustainable business growth. This position requires strong financial leadership to oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and compliance while optimizing financial performance in the leasing industry. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting: Building scalable accounting processes, managing accounts receivable/payable, and overseeing payroll. Oversee preparation and consolidation of financial statements (in line with IFRS & local GAAP). Ensure timely reporting to management, regulators, and investors. Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management across subsidiaries. Funding & Capital Management: Leading fundraising efforts, negotiating terms with investors (VCs), and managing equity dilution. Structure funding models for projects and working capital requirements. Assess M&A opportunities, partnerships, and capital raising strategies. 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. Strategic Leadership: Producing regular, transparent financial reports and presenting to the Board of Directors. 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 Planning and Analysis (FP&A): Creating and updating financial models, budgeting, forecasting, and tracking key business metrics. 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. KPIs Financial Strategy & Reporting: Accuracy and timeliness of group financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annual). Implementation of financial strategies approved by the Board. Tax & Compliance: Zero penalties or fines from tax/regulatory authorities. Timely completion of annual audits (within statutory deadlines). Percentage reduction in tax liabilities through efficient structuring. Access to Finance & Capital Management: Amount of funding raised (equity, debt, grants) within the year. Cost of capital compared to industry benchmarks. Cash flow coverage ratio maintained above required thresholds. Operational Efficiency: Reduction in financial leakages or inefficiencies (measured annually). Implementation of group-wide ERP or financial management systems. Working capital cycle improvements (receivables, payables, inventory). Leadership & Team Development: Staff retention rate in the finance team. Percentage of fin