Head of Finance

WE ARE BASH

We are a team of leaders. True owners, humble learners and friends. We're here to overcome big challenges, build tech solutions for people to enjoy, while doing the best work of our careers, together, as Bash.

This journey requires grit, ambition and teamwork to thrive. We are transforming SA retail for the better; using a stable, secure base as our catalyst for change. We are building on a scale that will test our limits but when we break through, the impact on us and our customers will be profound.

We are seeking a strategic and seasoned financial leader to join our team as the Head of Finance. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our organization, providing strategic financial guidance, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of financial expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to contribute to our continued growth and success.

The ideal candidate will report directly to the CEO and will play a key role in shaping financial strategies, driving performance, and contributing to the overall success of the company

What You'll Do

Financial Strategy:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management for informed decision-making.

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to align financial plans with organizational goals.
• Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and scenario modeling to support strategic planning.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess financial risks, developing risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Cash Flow Management:

• Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and support business operations.
• Optimize working capital and financial resource allocation.

Financial Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.
• Present financial reports to the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.

Tax Planning and Compliance:

• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Team Leadership:

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities.

Investment Analysis:

• Evaluate investment opportunities, conduct financial due diligence, and provide recommendations for capital allocation.

Cost Management:

• Implement cost control measures and efficiency initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization across the organization.

WHO YOU ARE:

This job is for you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or CA SA preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably as a CFO or Head of Finance.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and tax matters.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align financial goals with overall business objectives.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated ability to manage and adapt to change in a fast-paced ecommerce environment

One or more of the following will help you stand out:

• Be proactive and able to show initiative to foresee and resolve problems
• Enjoy working with a cross-functional team, and have an interest in solving challenges.
• Be known for delivering high-quality work while keeping your own team productive, fun, and happy!
• Has proven ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

WHERE YOU'LL BE

We are intentional about connecting and give you the tools & equipment to enable you to do work that matters. We also believe that doing certain types of work happens best organically which is why we encourage our teams to travel so we can make magic happen face to face. Our offices are a vibe. They are decked out to make collaboration easy and help our team create lasting connections with each other.

BASH BENEFITS: WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A seriously smart team of people! We are selective about who joins our team to make sure we're made up of the best of the best
• Agency: Structures remain flat, accountability wide
• Top $$: The best people, in the right roles, earning at the top tier. Our ethos is about quality and aligning merit and output with the rewards. We believe in reciprocity.
• Saving for your future: Saving is not easy. Taking a chunk monthly for your future is imperative. We provide the fund and support to do just that
• Hackdays: These happen monthly as we push the envelope and give our teams freedom to find the space to do things they have only had time to wonder about
• Quarterly parties: Connection and community is our jam
• Extensive opportunity to learn: Library, blinkist, interest groups and team rotations
• Exclusive shopping discount: Save when you shop across 29 of SAs biggest brands