The Head of Finance is a senior executive role accountable for the overarching financial governance, consolidation, and reporting of the organisation’s operations across all jurisdictions. The position upholds rigorous standards of financial planning, regulatory compliance, and capital management to ensure the organisation’s financial integrity and sustainability. Acting as a principal advisor to the Group Chief Finance Officer and the executive leadership team, the Head of Finance provides strategic direction to align finance functions with corporate objectives, oversees statutory audits, financial reporting, and FP&A activities, and delivers comprehensive cross-border financial insights to inform strategic decision-making. The role demands extensive experience in multinational finance leadership, the consolidation of financial statements under IFRS, and the effective oversight of tax, treasury, accounts payable, and audit operations to optimise financial performance and reinforce risk management across the company’s global portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Strategy & Planning
Develop and execute financial strategies that align with local objectives and the broader market landscapeSupport long-term business planning through robust financial modelling and scenario analysisParticipate in regional strategic reviews and integrate financial insights into key decision-making processesIdentify investment opportunities that drive international growth and expansionCollaborate with business leaders to ensure operational alignment with financial targetsProvide guidance to regional teams on capital structuring and resource prioritisationRecommend strategic initiatives to enhance competitiveness and margin performance.
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process and oversee the development of rolling forecastsProvide detailed variance analyses and recommend corrective actions to country CFOs and site leadershipEnsure forecast accuracy through the review of historical trends, market dynamics, and business driversMonitor and challenge financial assumptions to balance ambition with operational realismConsolidate and present international financial performance reports to the Group leadership teamAlign budgeting and forecasting cycles with corporate priorities, strategic initiatives, and investment timelinesDevelop and upskill local finance teams in budgeting methodologies, forecasting techniques, and analytical tools
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Oversee monthly and year-end closing processes across all entities to ensure accuracy and complianceReview and approve consolidated financial statements and management reportsImplement standardized reporting frameworks and formats across regional finance teams to enhance consistency and transparencyLiaise with external auditors to facilitate timely and efficient completion of auditsDrive improvements in the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of accounting records through process optimisation and automationEstablish and maintain robust internal controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to mitigate reporting and compliance risks
Taxation & Treasury Management
Manage tax planning, compliance, and reporting across multiple jurisdictions in alignment with international regulationsIdentify and implement tax optimisation opportunities, and oversee the development and application of transfer pricing policiesMonitor local banking operations to ensure adequate liquidity and effective cash management across all marketsImplement cash pooling, intercompany funding, and repatriation strategies to optimise group-wide capital efficiencyMinimise foreign exchange and interest rate exposures through proactive hedging strategies and adherence to treasury policiesDevelop and maintain strategic relationships with banking partners and financial institutions to optimise financing arrangements and service qualityCollaborate closely with Group Tax and Treasury functions to align local execution with global financial policies and frameworks
Cost Control & Operational Efficiency
Monitor and challenge cost structures across regional manufacturing sites Drive initiatives to reduce COGS and enhance operational marginsTrack and benchmark OPEX across regions and promote lean practicesIntroduce cost transparency models for local finance teams and plant managersReview major cost items regularly and identify savings opportunitiesAlign procurement cost management with finance targets. Lead cross-functional efforts for continuous improvement programs
Risk Management & Compliance
Establish comprehensive risk mitigation plans, and compliance frameworks tailored to each market’s regulatory environmentMonitor adherence to internal policies, corporate governance standards, and local statutory requirementsCoordinate internal and external financial audits, ensuring timely resolution and remediation of audit findingsPromote a culture of ethical financial management and strengthen anti-fraud and integrity controls across all operationsCollaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to identify, assess, and manage financial and operational
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and best practice exchange across regional and functional finance teamsIdentify talent gaps and implement targeted development and capability-building programs to strengthen the finance organisationEnsure effective performance management frameworks are in place and aligned with corporate objectivesChampion a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement across all levels of the finance functionFacilitate structured succession planning to secure strong leadership pipelines for key finance positions.
Qualifications &Experience
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CA, accounting qualificationBachelor’s degree in accounting & finance or economicsOver 15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including a minimum of 10 years in group or corporate finance roles at the executive levelProven expertise in leading centralized finance functions across multi-entity, multinational organisationsDemonstrated track record in driving finance transformation, governance, and operational excellence across accounting, reporting, and treasury functionsExtensive experience in enterprise-wide financial planning, tax optimisation, and statutory compliance initiativesSkilled in collaborating with senior stakeholders and boards, providing strategic financial insights, and influencing group-level decision-making
