Role Responsibilities:
Develop financial and tax strategies
Manage capital raises and budgeting processes
Optimize transaction processing systems and record keeping
Define new products and markets to deliver the greatest promise for revenue and margin growth
Organize and structure financing of key investments and initiatives to generate competitive advantage
Analyze structures (e.g. business models; legal and tax entities; onshore, offshore) and processes (automation, build vs. buy, etc.) that enable competitive advantage and deliver superior market valuation + returns
Build and manage accounting, investor relations, legal, and tax teams
Oversee employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package

Key Requirements:
Previous experience of having recruited, trained and scaled a finance team and function (managed FP&A, treasury, tax, etc.)
Very strong understanding of finance operations
Previous experience of launching an ERP
Demonstrated experience in managing a business across multiple countries (understanding of transfer pricing, forex risk and international tax)
Built structures across other business functions (e.g., sales, operations) to support growth and streamline finance
Been through a “scaling” journey, not limited to a start-up
Context of emerging markets
Strong and up to date knowledge of current financial & accounting systems
Excellent verbal, written & presentation skills
Excellent analytical, quantitative & organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to manage senior leadership teams, deliver on various projects, perform well under pressure, and excel in providing reliable and clear communication
Degree in finance, economics, accounting or related field

Desirable Skills:
CPA qualification
Start-Up industry experience
Investor relations and fundraising (exiting teams are savvy, so not a core requirement)
Fintech / banking or Logistics experience preferred
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