CFO - Information Technology (IT) and Telecommunications

_As CFO, you will lead financial strategy, planning, and operations within the IT and telecommunications sectors, directly contributing to the company 's growth and strategic goals._

Financial Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and execute financial strategies to support company growth goals and overall strategic plans.
• Provide financial insights to the CEO, board, and senior leadership, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and maintain relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP &A):

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
• Analyze financial performance and recommend cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee cash flow, capital, and revenue forecasting to ensure financial health.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and relevant regulations.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements with strict compliance.
• Prepare reports and presentations for board meetings, including financial statements and performance metrics.

Risk Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Oversee investment strategies, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to prevent financial fraud and secure financial assets.

Operational Oversight:

• Collaborate with IT, operations, and other departments to align financial goals with company initiatives.
• Supervise finance teams, including accountants, analysts, and controllers.
• Ensure effective financial systems and processes support business objectives.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) or certifications (CPA, CFA) preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years in financial management, preferably in IT, telecommunications, or tech sectors.
• Proven senior financial leadership experience (e.g., VP of Finance, Controller) in high-growth companies.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, with SEC reporting experience (for public companies).
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel.

Leadership and Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong leadership abilities for managing finance teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey financial insights to stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on growth and profitability.

Industry Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of IT and telecommunications industries, KPIs, market trends, and regulatory issues.
• Experience with tech-related M&As, investments, and capital market transactions is advantageous.