Finance Director

Overview

The organization is seeking a Finance Director to oversee all financial aspects of a fast-growing marketing business. This role focuses on accurate financial reporting and strategic guidance to support business goals. Strong leadership and deep financial expertise are essential.

This position reports to the Chief Finance Officer.

Responsibilities

• Team leadership: Lead and mentor bookkeeping, FP&A, and taxation/compliance teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Accounting: Oversee accounting operations; lead implementation and improvement of financial and accounting policies/practices.
• Budgeting: Oversee the budgeting process; supervise plan vs. fact analysis and provide explanations and recommendations.
• Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate financial and investment reporting for the Group of Companies.
• Internal controls and audits: Develop and maintain robust internal controls; lead internal audits to ensure compliance with established financial procedures.
• Tax and compliance: Oversee tax filings, regulatory reports, and compliance with statutory obligations; provide tax planning and optimization for the group.
• M&A transactions: Support mergers and acquisitions, including initial financial assessments, due diligence, and post-merger integration.
• Process improvement: Continuously improve financial processes, systems, and financial reporting to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and strategic relevance.
• Stakeholder communication: Provide insights and recommendations on financial performance and key financial metrics to the executive team.
• Third-party communication: Manage relationships with banks, tax advisers, and external consultants.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA and CPA/ACCA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Compliance & reporting: Experience with financial reporting, month-end/year-end processes, and IFRS/GAAP compliance.
• Performance analytics: Proven track record in financial planning and analysis within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with executive management and external stakeholders.
• Working style: Proactive mindset, growth mindset, and self-regulation.
• Language: Fluent English.
• Collaboration: Ability and desire to work collaboratively with a diverse, remote global team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Remote work: Fully remote environment; choose where you are most productive and comfortable.
• Ongoing learning: Learning opportunities such as workshops and conferences.
• Home office: Equipment and furniture expenses covered.
• Physical well-being: Fitness allowance for a flexible fitness program.
• Unlimited sick days: Guaranteed time off as needed to recover and return to work.
• Additional perks: Above-market compensation and other benefits supporting well-being.

Location

Remote work. You choose where you are located to be productive and comfortable.