Head of Finance – International recruitment

Our client is dominant player in the FMCG industry in Kuwait. Specialising in the production, processing and trading of fresh produce, they have a requirement to recruit a Head of Finance to take ownership of financial reporting and control. Working closely with the Managing Director, key responsibilities will include:

Reporting:

Directing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual report preparation

Monthly preparation and presentation of financial and operating reports to stakeholders

Control:

Drive finance as a commercial entity that enhances decision making and adds value to the organisation through cost control/reduction, increased revenues and better working capital management

Annual budget process and variance analysis

On-going cashflow management and forecasting

Financial Analysis:

Directing all financial planning activities

Preparation and review of business plans and financial projections                        

On-going analysis of KPIs

Business Partnering:

Build relationships with people in a variety of roles and levels across the organisation

Using cross-functional influencing skills, promote the Finance and Company Vision

Governance:

Participating in the implementation and communication legal governance and compliance policies whist providing solid risk profile advice and management

Systems and Ad-hoc:

Drive the implementation and enhancement of reporting system to improve business information and financial reporting

On-going projects and ad-hoc activities that may fall within the remit of the finance

Key requirements:

Professional Accountancy Qualification

Hands on role requiring significant commercial input

Willingness to move abroad

A background in FMCG or the retail industry would be desirable and an advantage but not a prerequisite

A good knowledge of IS systems is required in order to provide input and vision in driving commercial operations

The candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and have proven past experience of adding to the growth, value and success of a business

Excellent Analytical Skills with strong planning and organising skills

Ideal Character traits:

Energetic, hardworking, diligent, self-driven and motivated

Interested candidates please submit a CV and contact Michelle Leyden of Lincoln Search Selection on 016610444 for any queries.

All contact will be treated in strictest confidence