Group Chief Financial Officer

SUMMARY:
Neo Brokers is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to providing B2B FinTech solutions on the African continent.

The Group CFO (Chief Financial Officer) will oversee the entire finance department and will be responsible for the accurate and timely execution and management of the Finance and Accounting Department activities within the business. To provide strategic direction to the organisation alongside direct responsibility for cash management, strategic analysis and support decision-making by the executive directors, board and shareholders.

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities:

• Develop, plan and execute the organisation’s financial strategy, that supports business objectives
• Monitor and provide regular financial reports to the Directors, Board and its stakeholders
• Provide strategic analysis and support to the Executive Board and the investors/stakeholders
• Develop a functional accounting reporting system and internal financial processes and procedures
• Manage financial responsibilities and resources in line with FAIS and regulatory requirements
• Leading financial planning and analysis.
• Overseeing financial reporting and compliance.
• Managing cash flow, liquidity, and capital allocation.
• Assessing and managing financial risks.
• Leading and managing investor/stakeholder relations.
• Leading mergers and acquisitions and other strategic initiatives.
• Lead the funding (equity and debt arrangements) and liquidity management process;
• Building and leading a high-performing finance team.
• Organize, manage, and supervise department financial operations and activities to ensure best practices are followed and they are in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Serve as a subject matter expert for all matters related to financial and accounting activities
• Lead the funding and liquidity management process
• Organize and manage statutory tax reporting for indirect and direct taxation
• Identify and record all transactions undertaken by the organization
• Lead reconciliation of accounts and accounting entries
• Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives
• Provide accurate and complete financial information to decision makers and other business units as needed
• Review and analyze expenses, revenue, and losses to identify opportunities and improve performance
• Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization
• Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows
• Function as the lead contact with the external auditors, facilitating the yearly audit process with a proactive approach;
• Review the budget monthly to verify if the organization is meeting its financial objectives
• Establish, review, and optimize department rules, frameworks, procedures, and workflows
• Identify, analyze, mitigate, and monitor all financial risks, trends, and evolutions in the regulatory and competitive landscapes within the FinTech industry
• Direct the documentation, maintenance, and reporting of financial information
• Explain the changes in the accounting balances from one closing date to the next by monitoring the movements which had an impact on the accounting items;
• Undertake the reconciliation of accounts and accounting entries;
• Prepare consolidated accounts for the Group and prepare annual and quarterly reviews; and financial statements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Registered Charted Accountant (CA) or similar accreditation
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Extensive experience in financial reporting and group consolidation according to IFRS 17
• Demonstrated track record of driving financial performance and growth.
• Experience managing financial risks and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, entities and deadlines.
• Strong management skills.
• Strong understanding of Fintech and start up industry
• Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience scaling fast-growth businesses
• Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning
• Minium 10-12 years’ experience in an Executive financial leadership role, preferably within the Fintech industry