To perform risk management by analysing the organization’s liabilities and investments
To decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
To control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
To ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
To supervise all finance personnel (controllers, treasurers etc.)
To manage vendor relationships
To prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
To set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system
To ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies
To manage team of financial controllers and financial analysts
ACQUISITIONS:
To lead the team from a due diligence perspective for any new acquisition / M&A
To ensure that seller representations and warranties are backed by facts and data and are
thoroughly analysed before proposing it to the management
To ensure post-transaction monitoring and reconciliation for performance and representations
FUND-RAISING:
To be involved in drafting, examining and ensuring a paper trail for all agreements and legal documents to be in a state of readiness to accept funds from either an institutional or retail investor
SKILLS
Leadership Skills – Chief Financial Officer should be able to manage an Organization by successfully coordinating staff, resources, and implementing policies effectively, so strong leadership skills are vital to this position
Time Management – Chief Financial Officer works on various tasks at once and needs to be self-motivated, as often they are completing these tasks under their own direction. Time management and the ability to prioritize tasks is vital to ensure goals are met
Problem-Solving Skills – As issues arise within an Organization, Chief Financial Officer should be able to identify them and resolve them quickly and efficiently for the sake of the business
Decision-Making Abilities – A key part of being a successful Chief Financial Officer is the ability to make decisions that benefit the organization and work towards goals, strategies, and policies. They make decisions on a regular basis and choose the best course of action
Communication Skills – As someone implementing policies and business strategies, the Chief Financial Officer should be able to communicate with staff, stakeholders, and clients effectively. This may be in the form of giving instructions, explaining plans, or negotiating with external companies
QUALIFICATION
CA with 15+ years of post-qualification experience. MBA is Finance is added advantage
