Head of Finance

Job Title: Finance Section HeadJob Purpose: (one sentence describing the overall objective of the job and why the job exists)The Finance Section Head is responsible for overseeing the company's day-to-day accounting, treasury, and financial reporting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, compliance with accounting standards and internal controls, and the timely delivery of financial information to support management decision-making.Responsibilities:Lead and manage the finance section's daily accounting, treasury, and reporting operations.Ensure timely closing of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and company policy.Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital to maintain the company's liquidity position.Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports prepared by the finance team.Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and banks to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.Support the Finance Manager in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis for management decision-making.Implement and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.Develop and mentor the finance team, ensuring adherence to accounting policies and continuous process improvement.Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks within the finance function.HSE Responsibilities Elsewedy Electric requires active commitment to, and accountability for, QHSE from all employees and contractors. Line management has a leadership role in the communication and implementation of, and ensuring compliance with, QHSE policies and standards. We are committed to:Protect, and strive for improvement of, the health, safety and security of our people at all times;Eliminate Quality non-conformances and HSE accidents;Ensure consistent and continuous compliance by all employees and vendors with safety and regulatory requirements, standards and protocolsResponsible for creating safe work environment, manage risks and reduce exposure to liabilitySupport line Management in managing HSE Incidents, corrective/preventive actionsJob Requirements: -Years of experience: 6-8 years of experience in accounting/finance, preferably within the steel fabrication or manufacturing sector.-Preferred8-10 years of experience including at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Qualifications: -Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.-Preferred Studying towards or holding a professional accounting certification (CMA/ACCA/CPA). Certificates: -Not mandatory, but CMA, ACCA, or CPA modules are advantageous.-PreferredHolder of CMA, ACCA, or CPA certification.Language proficiency:-Proficient in English, both verbal and written.-PreferredProficiency in additional languages is beneficial.Computer skills:-Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle) and advanced MS Excel.-Preferred experience with financial reporting and BI tools such as Power BI.