Finance Director
Job Summary
A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and drive business development. The ideal candidate will manage financial governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance while leading the finance team. This role also involves identifying funding opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and evaluating new initiatives to support organizational growth.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic financial leadership and reporting
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow
- Drive business development and funding initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
Required Skills
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
- CA, CPA, or ACCA qualification preferred
- 8-12 years senior finance experience
- Strong financial governance and risk management
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic financial leadership, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, financial reporting, and governance. Provide regular and accurate financial information and strategic insights to the CEO and Board. Develop and strengthen financial policies, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance to support effective organisational management.
Identify and evaluate new opportunities, services, and initiatives to support organisational growth. Develop business cases and financial models to assess the feasibility and sustainability of new projects. Lead funding initiatives by identifying grants, sponsorships, philanthropic funding, and other funding opportunities. Build and maintain strategic partnerships with government agencies, healthcare providers, community organisations, and corporate partners. Drive business development through market analysis, innovation, and the implementation of sustainable funding models. Monitor organisational performance, optimise resource allocation, and improve operational efficiency. Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
Minimum Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 8 to 12 years of relevant finance and leadership experience in a Senior Financial management position.
Experience in strategic planning, financial modelling, budgeting and business development.
Strong understanding of financial governance, risk management, compliance and internal controls.
Experience working with boards, senior management, government agencies, funders and external stakeholders.