A client of ours specialising in the Retail sector is currently looking to onboard a Chief Financial Officer,, to join their dynamic team; The designated person will be working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Finance Director and all Managers, and responsibilities are as follows:
Duties:
- Ensure the financial well-being of the entire organisation, implementing robust financial strategies to support growth and sustainability
- Act as a strategic advisor to the Partner, offering insights and recommendations for key business decisions and growth strategies
- Establish and execute world-class standards, systems, and real-time financial reporting processes.
- Lead high-level contract negotiations with external partners and third parties
- Spearhead the digital transformation of the finance function, emphasising scalability and efficiency through automation (e.g., automated invoicing, credit policies, debt collection)
- Manage both long-term and short-term cash flow, including forecasting, cost control, banking relations, accounts -receivable, treasury, and procurement
- Oversee group governance related to audits, maintaining an up-to-date data room with all relevant financial statements and tax positions
- Lead the development of a modern, integrated, and digital finance function, leveraging the latest technological advancements
- Ensure operational involvement within the organization to identify revenue opportunities and contribute to financial success.
- Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization, such as alliances, investments, and mergers
- Manage financial risk elements of transactions, new business launches, and critical projects
- Collaborate closely with the CEO and the C-level team on strategic and tactical issues facing the organisation
- Actively contribute to strategic planning sessions and design routine quarterly goals and milestones for the Finance team.
Requirements
- Must have experience in e-commerce, Sales or a similar online industry
- Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and working with complex financials at the group level
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with C-level executives and stakeholders
- Must have impeccable verbal and written communication skills in English
- Strong commercial orientation, proficiency in high-level contract negotiations, and financial strategy development.
- Proven experience as a Financial Director for at least 3-4 years and/or minimum of 2 years as a CFO
- Proficiency in translating complex financial ideas into easily understandable solutions
Education and Experience
- Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Benefits
Job Reference: BE611
Jobs within accounts require the understanding and managing of finances for individuals and organisations. Accounting Jobs in Malta within this sector include client accounting, cost and accounts administration, bookkeeping, credit control, financial management, management accounting, internal audit, and tax jobs.
