Head of Finance

Our client is a listed international service and investment company with expertise in five Segments: Finance & Technology, Hospitality & Travel, Logistics, Malls, and Reals Estate & Agribusiness. It has its branches spread across 50+ offices, providing employment to more than 5,000 people all over the world. Our Client is one of the top high-value business groups in Mauritius.

Overview:

• We are looking for a Head of Finance to oversee all Finance and Accounting operations.
• Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day to day accounting and financial management of the Company. 
• This role also holds accountability for budgeting and reporting on the financial performance to Senior Management.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality accounting information that helps management in decision making over and above reporting on compliance issues
• Work with the Senior Management team to grow the business, formulating Finance strategies and plans
• Accompany the Corporate budgeting process and provide support to Heads and Managers during the exercise
• Take responsibility for the Company cash management policies
• Manage the Company policies regarding capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, disposals and acquisitions, as appropriate.
• Delivery of services while regularly benchmarking with international standards and applying best practices.
• Managing the Internal and External Auditor relationship and ensuring the organisation is compliant with accounting standards

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Finance or Economics
• CFA, ACCA or CIMA
• Strong knowledge of applicable industry legislations
• At least 10 years' experience in a Senior Finance Management Role
• Financial system experience and excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models
• Outgoing personality, result oriented and excellent team player
• Demonstrated Team Leadership Experience
• Strong sense of Ethics