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Job description / Role
My client are a government organization in Oman who are growing rapidly and building on their already solid history in the Sultanate.
They are looking for a GM Finance to lead the company Finance Division and guide the overall organization strategy and business decisions by providing financial insights and recommendations to the management on financial performance reports, accounts and external market outlook.
Key responsibilities of the GM Finance will include:
- Setting the business direction and vision for the organization by articulating the strategic priorities for the organization and identifying enablers for success in the long term
- Defining the strategic priorities for the Finance Division in a manner that aligns with the company goals and objectives
- Leading the formulation as well as subsequent review of the Finance divisions policies and procedures at the organization, in line with industry benchmarks and best practices
- Articulating the company finance strategy, plans and structures that facilitate the delivery of agreed organizational objectives
- Advising and partnering with division heads for development of strategic business plans, budgets and forecasts through financial and business planning models
- Overseeing development, integration and implementation of finance strategies and plans
- Guiding in the preparation of consolidated budgets, cash flow projections and operational plans for the organization and providing overall recommendations to the management on efficient utilization of the budget
- Advising the management and board on key financial metrics pertaining to cost, cash flow and profitability to provide clarity on the financial health of the organization
- Directing the execution of all accounting activities and ensuring consistency with statutory regulations and company internal controls
- Ensuring overall compliance to International Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards like IAS, IFRS etc. and advising on the timely adoption of changes in any International Financial Reporting and Accounting standards
- Directing the execution of all financial operations including Accounts Payables, General Ledgers etc. and ensuring delivery of effective service levels to all departments
Requirements
- A Bachelors Degree in Finance an MBA in Finance is preferred
- Relevant Accountancy qualifications preferred CPA, CMA or equivalent
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience
- Prior experience in Financial Management
Due to Omani Nationalisation guidelines and visa processes, Omani nationals will be preferred at this stage.
About the Company
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