Job offer: Chief Financial Officer

An exciting opportunity exists in one of the insurance clients based in Lesotho. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, financial reports, company audits, compliance, and bank relationships. They will collaborate with the Managing Director and the executive team to make decisions regarding company’s financial strategy and operations. The candidate will possess a strong background in finance and management.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the finance functions (accounting, tax, capital management etc.), ensuring healthy financial management across the business.
• Coordinate the process for the development, implementation and monitoring of fit for purpose budgets to ensure the business operating model is adequately budgeted for.
• Oversee the monitoring of financial performance by measuring and analysing business results, initiating corrective actions and minimizing the impact of variances.
• Oversee the production and delivery of accurate financial metrics, statements and reports for the business within agreed timelines
• Present a complete analysis of financial results including strategic and tactical insights and recommendations to executive committee, Finance and Risk Committee and Board.

Qualifications

• Must be Mosotho Citizen.
• Post graduate degree in Accounting (CA),
• An appropriate business post graduate tertiary qualification (MBA),
• Minimum of 10 years experience in financial management role; 5-7 in senior management or leadership role,
• Experience in insurance (desirable),
• Knowledge of Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and risk management principles.

Closing date : 13 December 2024