Job Description
Participating in the organization's strategic business and financial planning processes
Setting financial goals in support of business operations and strategic directions
Planning and managing the finances of the entire organization
Obtaining financing for major initiatives or acquisitions
Providing financial due-diligence for any merger and acquisition activities
Managing people
Researching and staying abreast of the latest regulatory trends
Monitoring financial processes, policies, systems and personnel
Assuring compliance with accepted financial accounting standards
Job Specification
Accounting and financial management skills
Understanding of complex financial concepts
Attention to detail and facility with numbers
Effective communications skills
Strategic thinking and planning skills
Understanding business processes and operations
Understanding business strategy
Understanding of non-financial areas of the business such as information technology and legal
Understanding industry trends and market forces
Leadership and motivation skills
Self-confidence
Managerial skills
Integrity, honesty, and high ethical standards
Sound business skills and judgement
Ability to assimilate and evaluate large amounts of information
Decision making skills
Negotiation skills