• Spearheaded full IFRS adoption, enhancing the integrity, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting while strengthening the overall financial governance framework.
• Drove annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, aligning financial resources with strategic priorities and operational objectives.
• Provided CEO-level financial insight through performance analysis, variance interpretation, and actionable recommendations supporting strategic and operational decision-making.
• Optimized cash flow, treasury, and working capital management, strengthening liquidity, improving cash visibility, and supporting operational continuity.
• Directed internal and external audit engagements, ensuring timely resolution of findings and continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.
• Strengthened the internal control and enterprise risk management environment by embedding effective financial controls aligned with the ERM framework.
• Oversaw end-to-end finance operations spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Partnered with executive leadership on business planning and investment appraisal, translating financial analysis into commercially focused strategic recommendations.
• Built and developed a high-performing finance function through KPI-driven performance management, professional development, and a culture of ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Represented the finance function with banks, auditors, regulators, government authorities, and key external stakeholders, strengthening relationships and supporting effective financial governance.