Finance Head
Job Description
The Finance Head is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and overseeing the organization’s financial management functions. This role ensures effective financial planning, budgeting, reporting, accounting operations, compliance, and financial control systems. The position collaborates closely with senior management to support business decision-making, enhance financial performance, and ensure the organization’s financial sustainability. Key responsibilities include leading and managing the overall finance function, developing and implementing financial strategies, policies, and procedures, and overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. The role also involves ensuring accurate preparation of financial statements and management accounts, monitoring cash flow, financial risks, and organizational financial performance, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies. Additionally, the Finance Head supervises accounting operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial transactions, provides financial insights and recommendations to senior management, coordinates internal and external audits, establishes and maintains effective internal control systems, and manages relationships with banks, auditors, government authorities, and other financial stakeholders. The position also includes leading, mentoring, and developing finance team members to improve operational efficiency.
Requirements
1st Degree in Accounting and Finance or related fields; 12 years of relevant work experience; 4 years of experience in the same position; Private Company experience is advantageous; Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and reporting; Excellent financial analysis and problem-solving skills; Strong leadership and team management abilities; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to develop financial strategies and support business growth; Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls; High level of integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality; Excellent computer literacy, including Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email applications
Posted
August 3rd, 2026
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Company
Praxis International Business PLC
Location
Ethiopia • Addis Ababa
Deadline
August 10th, 2026
6 days ago