Executive Manager – Financial & Administrative Services (CFO)

About the role

A pivotal opportunity exists for a strategic leader to shape the financial and administrative landscape of a key organisation within the healthcare sector. This role offers the scope to influence high‑level decision‑making, drive financial excellence, and ensure robust governance across a complex environment.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute as a member of the executive management team, guiding the organisation's strategic direction.
• Formulate and oversee the implementation of the organisation’s financial strategy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and prepare, coordinate, and analyse financial statements.
• Align finance functions with business initiatives and objectives.
• Review and develop financial systems and policies to strengthen governance and internal controls.
• Identify cost‑management opportunities and oversee operational and capital expenditure budgets.
• Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity for organisational needs.
• Oversee financial administration of grants, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Manage infrastructure and facilities to maintain operational excellence.
• Facilitate timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including auditors.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting, treasury, revenue management, and performance monitoring.
• Establish and maintain effective risk management and internal control systems.
• Promote a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance division.

Required profile

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in senior financial leadership roles.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
• Honours degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or relevant postgraduate qualification.
• Proven expertise in stakeholder management, leadership, financial analysis and systems.
• Strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, risk management and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and influence across organisational levels.
• Relevant industry experience in finance, government or healthcare sectors.

Required skills