Job Description

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Overview

Reporting directly to the Business Unit (BU) Chief Operating Officer, the Financial Director will serve as a key strategic partner in driving the financial performance and long-term sustainability of Omnia's agriculture business. This role will be responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring robust financial planning and analysis, and optimizing resource allocation to support the BU's growth objectives. The Financial Director will oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and compliance, while identifying opportunities to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. By leveraging deep financial expertise and industry insights, the Financial Director will play a critical role in shaping the BU's strategic direction, ensuring alignment with Omnia's overall company goals, and fostering a culture of financial discipline and accountability.

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Qualifications

A post graduate degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. An MBA or master's degree is highly desirable. Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent certification.
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Experience

10 to 15 years' experience in manufacturing, chemical and/or agricultural environment. Minimum of 5 years senior management level experience as a CFO. Experience in managing multiple international regions and entities at a senior level. Demonstrable experience in developing and executing strategies and business plans. Experience in quality assurance and continuous improvement management. Proven people management experience and managing high performance diverse teams. Experience in governance, risk and compliance management
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Duties

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Partner with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership to develop and execute the BU's financial strategy in alignment with Omnia's Group objectives. Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making, including investments, market expansion, and operational improvements. Drive long-term financial planning to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Monitor financial performance against targets, identifying risks and opportunities, and recommending corrective actions. Deliver accurate and timely financial reports, analysis, and insights to the Managing Director and executive team.

Capital Management & Resource Allocation

Optimize capital allocation to support strategic priorities, including investments in technology, infrastructure, and market expansion. Manage working capital, cash flow, and liquidity to ensure the BU's financial stability. Evaluate and oversee funding strategies, including debt and equity financing, as required.

Risk Management & Compliance

Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including market volatility, currency fluctuations, and regulatory changes. Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax requirements. Implement robust internal controls and governance frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.

Operational Efficiency & Cost Management

Drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs across the BU. Collaborate with operational teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance profitability.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

Act as the primary financial liaison between the BU and Omnia's Group finance team, ensuring alignment and transparency. Build strong relationships with external stakeholders, including banks, investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies. Present financial performance, strategic initiatives, and risk assessments to the Managing Director, leadership team and other key stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the finance function is equipped with the skills, tools, and systems needed to deliver on strategic and operational objectives.




By excelling in these key areas, the Financial Director will play a pivotal role in driving the financial health and strategic success of Omnia's agriculture business

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Job Competencies

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Visionary Mindset: Ability to think long-term and align financial strategies with the BU's overall goals. Business Understanding: Demonstrates a deep understanding of the agriculture industry and its financial drivers. Value Creation: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities to create value for the business. Market Awareness: Stays informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics. Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies challenges and develops innovative solutions. Decision-Making: Makes informed, data-driven decisions while balancing risks and opportunities. Inspirational Leadership: Motivates and inspires the finance team and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Collaboration: Builds strong relationships and fosters a culture of teamwork across departments. Influence: Persuades and gains buy-in from senior leadership, board members, and external stakeholders. Clarity & Precision: Communicates complex financial information in a clear, concise, and actionable manner. Presentation Skills: Delivers compelling presentations to stakeholders at all levels, including non-financial audiences. Flexibility: Adapts to changing business priorities, market conditions, and regulatory environments. Resilience: Maintains composure and effectiveness under pressure or in uncertain situations. Results Orientation: Sets high standards for performance and delivers consistent results. Accountability: Takes ownership of financial outcomes and holds oneself and the team accountable. Proactive Approach: Anticipates challenges and opportunities, taking initiative to address them Ethical Judgment & Integrity: Demonstrates honesty, transparency, and ethical behaviour in all financial dealings. Compliance Focus: Ensures adherence to financial regulations, corporate governance, and internal controls.
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General

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Financial Expertise

Advanced Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial principles, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including market, operational, and regulatory risks. Capital Management: Expertise in managing working capital, cash flow, and liquidity, as well as evaluating funding strategies. Compliance & Governance: Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS), and tax requirements. Financial Systems Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced financial modeling tools

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen: Ability to align financial strategy with the BU's overall business objectives and market dynamics. Decision-Making: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support data-driven decision-making. Long-Term Planning: Vision to develop and execute long-term financial plans that drive sustainable growth. Innovation: Ability to identify and implement innovative financial solutions to improve profitability and efficiency

Leadership & People Management

Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance teams. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, sales, and Group finance. Influence & Communication: Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and persuasively to non-financial stakeholders, including the Managing Director and leadership team. Change Management: Experience driving organizational change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Industry Knowledge

Agriculture Sector Expertise: Understanding of the agriculture industry, including key drivers, challenges, and trends (e.g., commodity pricing, supply chain dynamics, sustainability). Market Awareness: Knowledge of global and local agricultural markets, including regulatory environments and competitive landscapes. Sustainability & ESG: Familiarity with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and their financial implications.

Operational Excellence

Cost Management: Expertise in identifying cost-saving opportunities and driving operational efficiency. Process Optimization: Ability to streamline financial processes and implement best practices. Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deliver results on time

Stakeholder Management

Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, banks, auditors, and regulators. Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiating contracts, financing terms, and partnerships. Transparency & Trust: Demonstrated ability to foster trust and transparency in financial reporting and decision-making.

Personal Attributes

Integrity: High ethical standards and a commitment to financial integrity and compliance. Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities. Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing market conditions and business needs. Proactive Mindset: Self-starter with the ability to anticipate challenges and opportunities

Occupational Level: Senior Management