Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Purpose of the Role :
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for overseeing the financial management, corporate finance, treasury, budgeting and financial planning activities. The role ensures effective financial resource management, strong financial governance, robust internal controls and accurate financial reporting to support my company's client strategic objectives and sustainable business growth.
Working closely with the CEO, senior management and relevant Group stakeholders, the CFO provides financial analysis, strategic advice and oversight of liquidity, funding, investments, costs and financial performance. The role also contributes to the development of financial management systems, improvement of budgeting and reporting processes, and enhancement of the company's financial control environment.

Key Responsibilities :
Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy :
Oversee corporate finance activities, including financial planning, capital allocation, funding requirements and financial resource optimisation.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to senior management to support strategic planning and business decisions.
Evaluate investment opportunities, strategic projects and financing proposals, including financial modelling, scenario analysis and assessment of expected returns.
Support the development of business plans, financial strategies and long-term financial projections.
Analyse financial performance, identify key financial drivers and recommend measures to improve efficiency and returns.
Support financing transactions, debt management initiatives and relationships with financial institutions.

Treasury and Liquidity Management :
Oversee treasury operations, cash management and short- and long-term liquidity planning.
Develop cash flow forecasts and monitor funding requirements to ensure the availability and efficient allocation of financial resources.
Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, financing arrangements and investment of surplus funds.
Monitor debt positions, financing costs, foreign currency exposures and compliance with relevant financing agreements.
Identify opportunities to optimise liquidity, improve cash utilisation and manage financial costs.
Establish and maintain appropriate treasury policies, procedures and controls

Budgeting, Financial Planning and Performance Management :
Lead the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting and preparation of multi-year financial plans.
Coordinate the consolidation and review of budgets and financial plans, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Monitor actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate variances and provide recommendations to management.
Prepare periodic financial performance reports, management commentary and analysis to support decision-making.
Oversee operating expenditure and capital expenditure budgeting, investment planning and cost management.
Develop and improve budgeting methodologies, cost allocation frameworks and financial performance measurement tools.
Establish effective processes for monitoring financial commitments, expenditure and budget execution.

Financial Reporting and Management Information :
Oversee the preparation and review of management accounts, financial statements, budget execution reports and financial performance analyses.
Ensure the accuracy, consistency and timeliness of financial information provided to senior management and relevant Group stakeholders.
Coordinate financial reporting requirements with internal teams, external auditors and professional advisers.
Support compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory reporting obligations and internal Group reporting requirements.
Develop financial reporting frameworks and management information tools to improve transparency and the quality of financial analysis.
Prepare financial presentations, management reports and supporting analyses for executive and board-level review, as required.

Investment Planning and Financial Analysis :
Evaluate capital investment proposals and strategic projects through financial modelling, cost-benefit analysis and investment appraisal.
Review project budgets, funding requirements, expenditure forecasts and expected financial returns.
Monitor investment performance against approved budgets and business plans.
Conduct financial scenario analysis and assess the potential impact of market developments, funding costs and changes in business assumptions.
Support management in prioritising investments and allocating capital efficiently.
Contribute to the financial evaluation and monitoring of significant corporate initiatives and business development opportunities.

Financial Governance and Internal Controls :
Maintain a strong financial control environment and promote sound financial management practices throughout the company.
Develop, implement and review financial policies, procedures, approval authorities and internal control frameworks.
Assess financial and operational risks and recommend measures to strengthen controls, governance and accountability.
Ensure appropriate controls over financial transactions, expenditure, treasury activities, budgeting and financial reporting.
Coordinate with Internal Audit, Compliance, Legal and other relevant functions on financial governance matters and the resolution of audit findings.
Monitor the implementation of corrective actions arising from internal and external audits.
Promote transparency, integrity and adherence to company policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Financial Systems and Process Improvement :
Oversee the development and enhancement of financial management systems, budgeting tools and reporting processes.
Support the implementation and optimisation of ERP-based financial planning, budgeting and reporting solutions.
Improve the efficiency, accuracy and consistency of financial processes through automation, standardisation and appropriate system controls.
Develop methodologies for cost allocation, financial analysis and performance reporting to support effective management of company resources.
Ensure financial systems and processes provide reliable information for planning, control and decision-making.

Stakeholder Management and Leadership :
Work closely with the CEO and senior management on financial planning, performance management and strategic financial matters.
Maintain effective relationships with banks, financial institutions, external auditors, tax advisers and other relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate financial matters with the Group's finance teams and relevant entities, as appropriate.
Lead and develop the finance and treasury team, promoting accountability, technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Foster effective collaboration between Finance and other business functions to support the company's operational and strategic objectives.

Requirements and Experience :
Must have strong knowledge of and extensive experience in Kazakhstan
Must have well-established business relationships and a strong professional network in Kazakhstan
Must be fluent in Kazakh
Master's degree in Finance, Investment, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
Professional qualification in finance or financial reporting, such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA or an equivalent qualification, is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of liquidity management, cash flow forecasting, debt management, financing arrangements and investment of surplus funds.
Proven experience in budgeting, financial planning, management reporting, variance analysis and capital expenditure planning.
Experience in investment appraisal, financial modelling and evaluation of major capital projects.
Experience in financial systems implementation and improvement, including ERP-based budgeting and reporting solutions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across an international organisation.

Key Competencies :
Strategic financial planning and corporate finance expertise.
Strong treasury, liquidity and funding management capabilities.
Excellent financial analysis, budgeting and investment evaluation skills.
Strong understanding of financial controls, governance and risk management.
Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to financial decision-making.
High levels of integrity, accountability and professional judgement.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate financial information within demanding deadlines.
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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