About the position
A fast-growing, sustainability-focused startup is seeking a dynamic Financial & Business Administration Manager to lead its finance function and support strategic growth. This is a senior role with future potential for directorship, ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a startup environment and enjoys building systems from the ground up.
Responsibilities:
- Business Administration
- Assistance with setting up business processes and financial reporting processes in the business (or improving current processes)
- Oversight of all client relations, including contractual (Financial / administrative)
- Oversight and management of all administrative duties in the business
- Oversight of all filing of all aspects of the business with assistance from administration support
- Client relations (finance & administration)
- Have an ability to attend meetings with high level clients
- Discuss and plan all financial matters (debtors/ creditors/ contracts) with existing and new clients
- Financial planning and analysis
- Be able to develop detailed financial models, budgets and financial forecasts tools, and costing strategies
- Develop and implement financial strategies, and keep tight control of budgets and cashflow
- Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost and business improvement
- Prepare and present financial reports to the executive team and investors on a monthly basis (management pack)
- Funding and investor relations:
- Lead the preparation for the second or third round of funding, including financial projections, due diligence, and investor presentations, and financial projections
- Build and maintain relationships with investors, providing regular updates on financial performance and strategic initiatives
- Coordinate with legal and compliance teams to ensure all funding activities meet regulatory requirements
- Cash flow management:
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs
- Implement and maintain robust cash flow forecasting processes
- Identify and address cash flow challenges, optimizing working capital and reducing financial risks
- Process improvement:
- Assess and enhance current financial processes, systems, and controls
- Implement best practices for financial management, accounting, and reporting
- Drive automation and efficiency in financial operations to support scalability
- Budgeting and forecasting:
- Develop and manage monthly and annual budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
- Provide ongoing budget monitoring and variance analysis, recommending corrective actions as needed
- Collaborate with department heads to create accurate and realistic financial forecasts
- Statutory matters, accounting and compliance:
- Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and accounting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
- Manage audits and tax filings, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Team leadership and development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance and admin team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accuracy and excellence
- Provide training and support to enhance the team's financial acumen and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support company-wide initiatives and projects (especially sales managers, and operations managers)
- HR & payroll ? Manage all aspects of payroll, leave etc. using ERS system, and sage payroll
- Assist in finalizing all HR contracts and performance bonuses
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or CIMA preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in a financial management role preferably within a start-up or high-growth environment
- Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g. Sage1, Zero, Excel, financial modeling software)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Outgoing personality and professional demeanor
Desired Skills:
- Financial Management
- CPA
- CIMA
- Accounting
