Crown Interactive delivers innovative, cost-effective, service aggregation solutions to the Telecom, Media and Technology-based sectors.
Starting in 2005, this London-based business has gained ground-breaking expertise integrating business systems with evolving information technology. Based on the local demands of emerging markets, a new operation has been launched with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria. We also have a base in Washington DC.
Our uniquely qualified and highly skilled team includes a diverse make-up of international technology professionals. The company is guided by our operating principles of professionalism, integrity, efficiency, innovation, and unsurpassed customer service.
Crown Interactive is launching a world-class Service Aggregator platform in Nigeria using cutting-edge Business Support Systems (BSS) platform. The service offering includes comprehensive order-to-cash services for local and international service providers who are seeking to outsource their business support systems with a minimum of capital expenditure. Additionally, Crown Interactive has established a Nigerian-based products operation with exclusive distribution rights to provide highly innovative 3G data and voice Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) for individual consumers and small-to-medium businesses.Job Overview
The Head of Finance will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring financial health, managing financial risks, and providing strategic financial leadership.
The HOF will work closely with other senior executives to drive the company’s growth and profitability while maintaining compliance with financial regulations and standards.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, financial reports, company audits, compliance, and bank relationships.
The HOF will collaborate with the CEO and the executive team to make decisions regarding company’s financial strategy and operations.
The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in finance and management, perform effective risk management and come up with an organization’s financial strategy that will drive business growth.
The HOF will interface with the board of directors as well as manage the expectation of the board through effective communication
Responsibilities
Drive revenue growth, improve margins and ultimately profitability.
Represent the Company in Board meetings as its key finance executive as a true partner to the CEO and Board of Directors by providing a financial lens into all aspects of the Company’s operations
Develop a reporting infrastructure that enables the company to utilize the data at its disposal to make smart decisions across all key facets of the business
Assess the economics underlying relationships with clients for growth & optimization opportunities
Establish a data-driven business case for all new initiatives.
Prioritize business development efforts and execute them with confidence
Oversee accrual-based accounting function that delivers timely and accurate recording of all business transactions
Handle everything relating to cash flow, financial planning, and taxation issues and other compliance and regulatory issue.
Execute the company’s financial strategy.
Develop plans for growth to increase company profit while also reducing expenditure
Identifying investment opportunities
Manage the company’s banking relationships and assist management and the equity investment Company in key balance sheet decisions
Implement and oversee internal audit policies and procedures, and manage external audits
You will not only lead the standard execution of finance and accounting functions but serve as a key business partner to inform decision-making and strategy at the micro and macro levels.
Provide Mentorship to team members and participate in Crown Interactive Training Programs
And any other responsibility assigned to you
Required Skills & Competencies
In-depth understanding of Enterprise and SaaS business Key Performance Indicators
Proven experience in financial planning, analysis and reporting, risk management and capital management
Ability to execute on and motivate a team around
Experience in board management
Excellent leadership and managerial skills
Effective communication and presentation skills
Strong finance-based analytical skills
Experience working cross functionally with different platforms to create a cohesive growth plan
Results oriented – accountable for short and long term success
Strong background of operational and financial rigor and excellence
Proficiency with financial management software and ERP systems
Proficiency using excel and data analysis reporting tools like Power BI,
In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles and corporate governance
Good negotiation skills
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 to 15 years’ experience in financial management with at least 7 years in a leadership role
Industry experience is a must have
First degree in Accounting or Finance
A master’s degree will be an added advantage
The ideal candidate must have an ICAN, ACCA or CIMA certification
Experience working with startups and large corporate establishment will be an added advantage
