Finance - Senior professional (talent pool)

Finance Senior level Talent Pool Call-Out Are you a seasoned leader with strategic thinking and passion for finance? If so, we invite you to join our Finance Professionals Talent Pool! Join our Finance Talent Pool! We are excited to invite Senior level professionals to be a part of our readily available talent pool for employers in different industries. Background Career Bridge is excited to launch the Senior level Talent Pool, aimed at providing experts with a platform to challenge their careers and contribute to significant global challenges. Being part of a talent pool offers numerous advantages. Here are some key benefits of being in a talent pool: Linkage to employers Access to Opportunities and skill matching Networking Career Development Position: Finance senior level (Talent Pool) Experience: Over 8 years Location: Multiple (Kenya and Global) Industries: Multiple Roles Within the Talent Pool Include Financial Analyst Budget Analyst Auditor Tax Specialist Treasury Analyst Financial Planner Risk Manager Compliance Officer Financial Controller Finance Manager Finance Director Chief Financial Officer Responsibilities Develop and lead the financial strategy of the organization, aligning financial goals with overall business objectives. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide insights for strategic decision-making. Ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Assess and manage financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk, and develop risk mitigation strategies. Manage investment portfolios, assess investment opportunities, and provide investment strategies to optimize returns. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. Oversee internal audits and compliance programs. Lead the finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to junior and mid-level finance professionals. Collaborate with senior management to make strategic financial decisions, such as mergers and acquisitions, capital allocation, and expansion plans. Manage cash flow, liquidity, and financial assets, optimizing the organization's financial resources and banking relationships. Oversee financial systems and technology, ensuring efficient financial operations and driving process improvements. Develop and implement tax strategies, minimizing tax liabilities and ensuring compliance with tax laws. Manage relationships with investors, prepare financial reports and disclosures, and provide guidance to potential and existing investors. Develop complex financial models to forecast financial outcomes, assess investment opportunities, and evaluate financial scenarios. Oversee capital raising, manage capital structure, and make financing decisions for the organization. Negotiate financial terms and conditions in contracts and agreements with suppliers, clients, and partners. Play a role in the strategic development of the organization, including identifying growth opportunities and assessing potential acquisitions or partnerships. Implement cost-saving strategies, assess cost structures, and optimize operational efficiency. Provide financial education and training to teams and departments to improve financial literacy and understanding. Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and efficiency enhancements in financial operations. Core Competencies: Analytical skills Time management Communications skills Ethical judgment Conflict resolution Client focus Numeracy Professionalism Critical thinking Attention to detail Technical Competencies: Financial analysis Asset valuation Data analysis Excel proficiency Financial software Accounting knowledge Taxation basics Risk management Requirements Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in finance, accounting, economics, business or related field Professional certification where applicable ACCA, CPA, CFA, etc. Over 8 years of relevant work experience in operations, logistics, or a similar role. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Leadership and management experience Industry knowledge Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Strong analytical and quantitative skills Attention to details Communication skill Interest in Finance and investment Team player and appreciate collaboration Ethical and has high integrity Join Our Talent Pool If you are a senior level professional looking to grow your career, you are encouraged to join the Career Bridge Talent Pool. Our Talent Pool is readily available to employers in the different sectors/Industries.