We are seeking for an experienced expatriate professional with a strong background in Finance. This role requires cross-cultural experience and the ability to work in an international environment.

Purpose of the Job:

To lead and direct all aspects of the company’s financial strategy, planning, and operations. The CFO plays a key strategic role in managing budgeting, compliance, audits, capital expenditure, joint ventures, and legal financial matters. The role ensures the financial health and sustainability of the company while enabling growth through sound investment and compliance frameworks.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

o  Budgetary Control

Direct the preparation, review, and management of Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Budgets. Ensure adherence to budgetary allocations and provide timely insights on deviations.

o  Cash Flow Management

Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds for operational and strategic needs. Optimize working capital and liquidity positions.

o  Statutory Compliance of F&A

Ensure all financial and accounting operations comply with applicable tax laws, financial reporting standards, labor regulations, and corporate policies.

o  Audit Closures

Lead and finalize all types of audits (Statutory, Tax, Cost, Internal) and ensure prompt resolution of audit observations.

o  Tax Litigation

Represent and coordinate the company’s position in all tax-related disputes, appeals, and litigation, in collaboration with legal and tax advisors.

o  Capex Budget Control

Monitor, evaluate, and approve capital expenditures. Ensure Capex is in line with strategic business goals and provides an optimal return on investment.

o  Process Improvement & Implementation

Drive implementation of financial systems and new processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in finance and accounting functions.

o  Joint Ventures (JV)

Evaluate new JV opportunities, conduct due diligence, and regularly analyze the performance of existing JVs to ensure strategic alignment.

o  Investment Decision Making

Conduct risk assessments and financial analysis to support executive decision-making related to investments and funding options.

o  Capex Evaluation & Financing

Evaluate financing options for capital investments and structure financial models to support long-term sustainability.

o  Financial Approvals

Review and validate finance-related transactions and approvals to ensure alignment with budgets and internal policies.

o  Budget Review & Approval

Lead reviews of departmental budgets and provide strategic approvals after evaluating their financial viability and alignment with organizational goals.

o  Legal Financial Oversight

Collaborate with legal advisors on finance-related legal matters, including contracts, disputes, and compliance risks.

o  Fundraise for the business requirement

     Raising debt or equity funds for the Company as per the business requirements. 

Qualification and Experience: 

Education: 

• Accounting Certification: CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is mandatory
• 12–20 years of experience, with at least 5 in a Group CFO or senior finance leadership role

Experience: 

Expertise: 

• Prior experience working in or transitioning founder-led businesses into institutional structures
• Demonstrated capital structuring expertise: equity, debt, mezzanine, intercompany loans, etc.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidation under a holding structure, preferably in multi-jurisdictional setups
• Exposure to investment-grade reporting and financial governance
• o  Financial policy development and audit oversight
•   ERP implementation and automation in finance

Knowledge: 

• Must coordinate both venture-level accounting and group-level functions (e.g., treasury, FP&A, investor reporting)
• Should build a Group Finance Office that can evolve with our scale and investor needs
•  In-depth understanding of IFRS, Tax codes, corporate governance, and compliance regulations
• Strong grasp of financial modeling, risk management, and multi-entity consolidation

Ideal Background

We’re targeting someone who comes from:

• A private equity-backed business that scaled across multiple countries
• A family office or holding group that underwent formal corporate transformation
• A regional investment firm or portfolio company (e.g., DPI, Kuramo, Ethos, Adenia, or similar)
• Roles that required engaging with external investors, banks, and audit firms

Not a Fit If They Are:

• Primarily an auditor or financial controller with no capital structuring experience
• Someone from a purely donor-funded NGO background
• A corporate finance executive from a large organization without exposure to agile, multi-venture environments