Teceze - Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the global financial function of a rapidly growing IT Services organisation.
• The CFO will be responsible for the planning, implementation, managing, and running of all finance activities including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and negotiations.
• This role also oversees legal, tax, risk management, and compliance functions across international jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

- Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to develop and implement the companys long-term financial strategy.

• Drive initiatives that support revenue growth, profitability, and cost optimisation across geographies.

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

- Oversee the development and control of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling financial plans.

• Ensure alignment with corporate goals and regional market dynamics.

• Lead scenario planning and sensitivity analysis for business expansion and investment.

Global Accounting & Financial Operations

- Lead and manage all financial and accounting operations including AR/AP, general ledger, reconciliations, and consolidations.

• Ensure adherence to international financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP).

• Coordinate with local finance teams to ensure consistent practices across 35 countries.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

- Manage global cash flow, treasury operations, and working capital requirements.

• Build cash forecasting models to support operational and strategic liquidity needs.

• Negotiate and manage banking relationships and credit facilities.

Compliance, Audit & Risk Management

- Ensure global statutory compliance, including tax laws, audit requirements, transfer pricing, and cross-border financial regulations.

• Oversee internal and external audits; implement controls to prevent fraud and ensure financial integrity.

• Lead enterprise risk management and maintain robust financial governance.

Strategic Finance & M&A

- Identify and evaluate strategic investment opportunities including M&A, partnerships, and joint ventures.

• Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and integration processes.

• Present findings and financial justifications to the board and key stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Communication

- Build and lead a high-performing global finance team.

• Act as the primary financial liaison to the board, investors, and auditors.

- Prepare and deliver comprehensive financial reports and dashboards to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Experience

- Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CMA, or equivalent financial qualification.

• MBA in Finance or related discipline preferred.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles, including 5+ years as a CFO or VP Finance.

• Prior experience in IT Services, Software, or Tech-enabled businesses.

• Proven track record in managing financial operations across multiple international jurisdictions.

Technical Skills

- Expertise in IFRS, GAAP, and global tax regulations.

• Strong command over financial modelling, forecasting, and advanced Excel.

• Experience with ERP and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Zoho Books).

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

- Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to lead through complexity and ambiguity in a multi-country setup.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with sales, operations, legal, and delivery teams.

Desirable Attributes:

- Experience in handling Series A/B fundraising or private equity backed setups.

• Exposure to offshore financial centres and cost structures (e.g., India, Eastern Europe, LATAM).

- Understanding of service delivery margin drivers, utilisation, and resource billing models.

Remuneration & Benefits:

- Competitive executive compensation with base salary, performance bonuses, and equity participation.

• Global mobility and travel allowance.

- Health insurance, retirement plans, and executive benefits.