We are looking for a Chief Financial Officer/ Head of Finance and Company Secretary for one of our client based in Lahore.

Responsibilities:

• Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team
• Providing strategic recommendations to the CEO and members of the executive management team
• Managing the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting
• Advising on long-term business and financial planning
• Establishing and developing relations with senior management and external partners and stakeholders
• Reviewing all formal finance, HR and IT related procedures
• Drive the company’s financial planning
• Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
• Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
• Supervise all finance personnel (controllers, treasurers etc.)
• Manage vendor relationships
• Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports
• Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system
• Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies
• Manage team of financial controllers and financial analysts.
• Co-ordinate with the Board of Directors, Top Management, Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTA), stock exchanges and shareholders
• File documents with Registrar of Companies
• Ensure documentary requirements as per Companies Act
• Organize, prepare agendas, hold general meetings and record minutes
• Manage shareholder meetings
• Statutory Books and Registrars
• Be a linking factor to directors, shareholders, and regulatory authorities
• Filing corporate returns
• Ensure proper compliance and execution of contracts and agreements
• Specialized services as required by the directors
• Payment of dividend and interest payments
• Ensure that policies are up to date and are approved
• Drafting and execution of agreements, contracts, and resolutions
• Ideal candidate should be an expert in SECP matters, especially for listed firms 

Requirements:

• Proven experience as CFO, finance officer or relevant role
• In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management softwares (e.g. ERPs SAP)
• Ability to strategize and solve problems
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers

Education:  CA Qualified, ACCA  or relevant degree. 

Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in a similar role with 5 years of experience as a Company Secretary