Senior Financial Leader - Strategic Portfolio Oversight
This senior leadership role involves overseeing a major operational portfolio, providing strategic financial guidance across complex operations and program portfolios.
You will lead a high-performing finance team, partner with executives and project managers to shape financial strategy and governance, and manage expectation-setting and value delivery for senior stakeholders.
* Leading a finance team and guiding direct reports in the management of multiple operational portfolios.
* Providing strategic financial advice to inform business decisions and drive growth.
* Collaborating with senior executives to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make a significant impact on the organization's success.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Strategy Development: Work closely with senior leaders to develop and implement financial strategies that drive business growth and profitability.
* Leadership Development: Foster a high-performing finance team through effective leadership, mentoring, and coaching.
* Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Requirements
* Certified Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is essential.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in finance leadership roles within large, complex organizations.
* Prior experience in higher education or government sectors is highly regarded.
Benefits
* Opportunity to lead a large-scale operational portfolio with significant institutional impact.
* Potential to step into an Acting Finance Director position within 12 months.
* High visibility with senior leadership and governance bodies.