Chief Financial Strategist

Overview:

Fort Knox Outsourcing is a leading consulting firm that requires an exceptional leader to drive our financial growth and success.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Financial Strategist to join our team. As a strategic leader, you will oversee all financial aspects of the firm, driving financial growth, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing guidance to the executive team.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy: Develop and implement the firm's financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and provide financial forecasts for strategic decision-making.
• Financial Performance: Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Market Analysis: Analyze market trends and business opportunities to identify growth areas and potential risks.
• Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Goal Setting: Set clear goals and objectives for the finance department and ensure effective execution.
• Mentorship: Mentor and develop finance staff, promoting professional growth and succession planning.
• Cash Flow Management: Manage cash flow and liquidity to ensure the firm's financial stability and optimize working capital.
• Banking Relationships: Oversee relationships with financial institutions, manage banking relationships, and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Risk Management: Monitor and manage foreign exchange risks and interest rate exposure.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into business performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Presentation Skills: Present financial results and strategic recommendations to the executive team and stakeholders.
• Policy Enforcement: Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Financial Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential challenges.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to financial and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including clients, investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Business Development: Contribute to business development efforts by presenting financial information to clients during engagements.
• Communication: Communicate financial strategy, results, and risks effectively to a wide range of audiences.
• Financial Systems: Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to streamline processes, enhance data accuracy, and improve efficiency.

Requirements:

• Education: A first degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• Experience: Proven experience with treasury tools (T-bills, fixed deposits, money market, local and foreign stock market, bonds, derivatives, hedging, etc.) is essential.
• Certification: Relevant finance certification (ICAN/ACCA/CFA) is mandatory.
• Post-Graduate Qualification: A post-graduate qualification in a related field is desirable.
• Years of Experience: No less than 15 years of relevant experience in a similar role is required.
• Interpersonal Skills: Experience interacting with C-Suite executives from different backgrounds is necessary.
• Accounting Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and internal controls is essential.
• Technical Skills: Strong MS Excel and financial modelling skills are required.
• Data Validation: Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques is necessary.
• Financial Acumen: A thorough understanding of derivatives, hedging, investments, bank account management, and international funds flows is essential.
• Analytical Thinking: An analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis, and resolve complex problems is required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: A competitive salary in an exciting organization.
• Performance Bonus: Annual Performance Bonus.
• Learning Culture: A learning culture and an opportunity for growth and development.
• Fun Environment: A fun and collaborative environment with driven team members.
• Employee-Focused Company: Opportunity to work for an employee-focused company with an amazing culture.
• Personal-Day off: Paid Personal-Day off.