Regional Head of Finance - Population Services International : Job Details

Job Title: Regional Head of Finance

Location: Irene, South Africa

International Travel: Up to 30%

Reports to: Managing Executive

Who we are

With over 53 years of insight, PSI reimagines how to bring quality healthcare closer to those who need it most. PSI is a network of locally rooted, globally connected organizations working to achieve consumer-powered healthcare — people-centered health systems that ensure quality, affordable care wherever and whenever it is needed.

Main Purpose

As a Regional Head of Finance, you are expected to define and manage the execution of the Finance and Operations strategies for PSI SBU SA and African Countries in line with global and local requirements, national and industry legislation and regulations and relevant SOPs.

Your Contribution

Financial Management:

• Define, develop and execute the Finance and Operations strategies and execution plan for the relevant financial period.
• Ensure business adherence and compliance to global and local corporate governance and operational and technical control requirements.
• Ensure that the quarterly and annual business planning process is executed effectively and accurately reflects the commercial requirements.
• Provide independence to ensure the assets are managed appropriately.
• Provide oversight and expertise in managing associated risks.
• Ensure the management of the P&L and other operational costs for the department and overall business.
• Provide oversight to internal and external financial and management reporting.
• Ensure all relevant administration is completed by the department for finance cost centre activities.

Specific Responsibilities

Finance

• Lead the company in the financial management and governance of the SA, Kenya, Ethiopia and Nigeria SBU business.
• Establish strong working relationships to challenge, influence and shape the strategic and financial direction of the organization.
• Provide leadership of the finance function by establishing the vision and focus for the group.
• Provide development opportunities and direction to coach the team to superior performance.
• Hold regular team meetings to ensure operational and technical control across the organization.
• Accountable for the correct accounting treatment applied in the organization.
• Ensure compliance with the Corporate and Divisional finance framework.
• Participate in Group Finance meetings and specific projects.
• Ensure all decisions are taken to optimize value.
• Facilitate the needs of the business within the financial framework.
• Lead cross-business projects to improve operational efficiencies and increase value.

Customer Orientation

• Develop and maintain effective stakeholder engagement partnerships to provide effective finance and operations strategies.
• Participate actively within the regional organization and Global and Local Finance team structures.
• Lead cross-functional business projects to improve operational efficiencies and value effectiveness.
• Provide advice to internal stakeholders on best practice finance and operations policies.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of customer enquiries and orders.
• Continuously optimize the order processing processes.

Internal Processes & Improvements

• Ensure that PSI SBU Global and Local finance and operations directives are implemented according to business requirements.
• Liaise and work closely with PSI SBU Global and/or IT regarding finance and operations requirements.
• Ensure team compliance with all relevant PSI SBU guidelines and policies.
• Continuously drive and ensure implementation of agreed improvements.

General

• Be an active member of the Leadership Team providing direction and challenge to the organization's performance.
• Monitor continuously progress against agreed service levels and take corrective actions as necessary.
• Develop relationships with external fulfillment houses to achieve business area objectives.
• International travel to represent the organization in various markets.

Self Management

• Remain up to date with business, industry, product, and SOPs knowledge regarding functional requirements.

People Management

• Lead team members through effective recruitment, induction, skills development, performance coaching, and evaluation against defined KPIs.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Proven finance and operations management track record at a senior management level.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) at an advanced level.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP ERP for finance and operations.
• Travel is required (valid driver's license and passport).

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Evidence of strong commercial business acumen.

What Are We Looking For?

QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential: Honours Degree in Financial Accounting (NQF level 8) or Management Accounting plus SAICA articles plus Certified CA (SA) / CMA (SA).

Preferred: Masters in one of the above disciplines (NQF level 8+) or MBA or related business management post-graduate degree.

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: Min 10 years finance management AND operations management experience and 5+ years seniority in management.

Preferred: 10+ years' experience as above with 7+ years in a senior capacity.

Experience in FMCG or Healthcare industry is essential.

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Business Orientation (industry, product, SOPs).
• PSI SBU business processes, principles, and PSI global and local business systems.
• PSI SBU SOPs related to Finance and Operations.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Customer Orientation (customer relations skills)
• Creative Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
• Leadership (motivate team, lead, inspire, engage, drive results)
• Project Management Methodology skills
• Financial acumen (cost centre financial comprehension)

COMPETENCIES: SENIOR MANAGER LEVEL

• Strategic Agility
• Technical & Business Expertise
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Inspiring and Influencing
• Achieving Results
• Managing Change
• Innovation
• Feedback and Coaching
• Teamwork and Collaboration

PSI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, tribal belonging, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status. PSI is a safe, inclusive workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life, and it's reflected in our diverse community.