Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the Finance and Administration function, including the development of appropriate structures, policies, and processes.
• Lead financial reporting, accounting operations, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and oversee budgeting, financial forecasting, and business planning.
• Manage liquidity, cash flow, treasury, and investment activities.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the MD/CEO and Executive Management on business decisions, capital allocation, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the development of financial and guarantee pricing models to promote long-term financial sustainability.
• Oversee tax matters and internal and external audit processes.
• Lead administration and procurement activities, ensuring compliance with approved policies and procedures.
• Support fundraising initiatives, mid-term financial planning, and long-term growth strategy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Board, management, auditors, tax advisors, vendors, partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the Finance and Administration team in line with organizational growth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a reputable university.
• Professional membership/certification with ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, CIMA, IIA, CISA, or another recognized professional accounting/auditing association.
• Minimum of 15 years’ proven professional experience within the MSME credit landscape or a similar role.
• At least 12 years of experience at senior managerial level.
• Deep knowledge of financial services, banking practices, financial markets, cash management, and treasury instruments.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost management, risk management, and financial analysis.
• Experience implementing accounting and financial reporting systems.

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