Head of Finance

Location Malta
Discipline: Finance, Accounting & Audit
Contact name: Simon Pace

Contact email: [email protected]
Job ref: 15615
Published: almost 2 years ago
An international financial institution which is licensed in Malta is currently seeking to recruit a Head of Finance for their local setup. Chosen candidate will be reporting to the CFO based overseas, and will be leading and mentoring a team of 4 other accountants.

Further responsibilities include:
  • Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team.
  • Managing the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting.
  • Advising on long-term business and financial planning.
  • Reviewing all formal finance related procedures
  • Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with the applicable accounting framework (currently GAPSME) on an annual basis.
  • Prepare management reporting, financial statements, monthly reports and budget forecasts.
  • Be the main contact point during annual audits and prepare audit files.
  • Review the company’s tax returns and liaise with appointed tax specialists representing the company prior to their submission.
  • Prepare and oversee the submission of all the Regulatory filing including but not limited to those required by MFSA, MBR, NSO and CBM. 
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive / CFO - Europe.
Applicants need to be warranted accountants having previous experience managing an internal finance team. Whilst sectorial experience is not a main requirement, having experience/knowledge of the regulatory and reporting requirements within the insurance sector is definitely needed.
In addition, the chosen candidate will be the most senior finance person within the Malta team, so s/he will be the main point of contact for finance related matters within the company.  

If interested in applying or discussing the position in more detail, email me on [email protected] or WhatsApp 9905 8967
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