Head of Financial Control

Job Requirements

Minimum Academic Qualification:

• MS/MBA/BA in Corporate finance / Financial Control

Required Technical & Software Skills / Required Licenses & Certifications

• Strong analytical & organization skills, ability to treat with a quantity amount of data, build automated tool
• Master in Excel & Power point 
• Ability to interact and conduct strategic discussions with multi-divisional leaders.
• Strong technical, analytical and statistical competencies required
• Proven success in presenting complex data to non-technical, senior leaders in an organization.

Preferred Languages

• English (Full Proficiency – written and verbal)
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Field Experience

• Finance / Mathematics
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Controlling in a lead role for a diversified conglomerate
• Experience in MIS and group reporting, Data Analytics.
• Background of Retail / Industries

Knowledge and Skills

• Solid experience of leading commercial finance teams with relevant experience in Finance Business Partnering.
• Agility with Value Creation mindset
• Diverse business sectors experience
• Good depth and breadth in global retail organizations.
• Good commercial acumen.
• Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
• Ability to optimally work with cross-functional teams and experienced stakeholder management in a matrix organization.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems i.e.: Oracle/SAP, Hyperion, BI etc.
• Strong influencing, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of functional cost drivers
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team and liaising with Directors/ Shareholders
• Proven record of accomplishment in strategic analysis, planning, and execution.
• Ability to simplify complex environments and work with ambiguity.
• Ability to articulate complex scenarios and information.
• Proactive, collaborative and consultative in leadership style.
• Experience of dealing with senior stakeholders both financial and non-financial.
• Able to present financial concepts to non-financial audience.
• Proven record of accomplishment of leading teams through change.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills both written and verbal.