Job briefWe are looking for a Head of Finance for one of the companies within the VEON Group, a mid-size organization with around 50 employees. This role will oversee a finance team of approximately 10 specialists.The candidate must be well-versed in all aspects of financial management ranging from accounting and tax to strategic planning and business steering, risk management, internal controls and treasury. Procurement and Supply Chain Management (“SCM”) will be also part of the function. The ideal candidate will be a charismatic and versatile leader, who can partner with, coach and advice to the senior management team and CEO.The goal of the role is to actively drive the company’s strategy and business plan for the value growthin close partnership with CEO and the management team,protect and develop the company’s revenues, assets, and profits, ensure strong control and compliance environment as required for a public group traded in European and US stock exchanges. ResponsibilitiesLead business and financial steering from strategy development to executionBeing a trusted financial partner to CEO, Company Board and the management teamDrive the company’s financial planning, reporting and analysisEffectively manage the investment portfolioLead operational excellence and cost efficiencyBuild a solid managerial reporting, including for the management team and Board membersStrengthen and develop accounting and tax function covering both Ukrainian and international (IFRS) standardsSet up and maintain thorough risk management and internal controls systemEnsure effective cash planning and cash managementDevelop and actively manage procurement and SCM functionReview and develop the company’s finance processes and systemsSet-up and maintain the rigorous system of policies and controls to ensure compliance with the Ukrainian and international laws and regulations being a part of an international listed group of companiesBuild, strengthen and develop teams for finance, procurement and SCM functionsEffectively manage internal and external auditors’ relations and engagements Requirements and skillsProven Head of Finance experience of a mid-size or large business of at least 5 years, preferably in IT or tech services industryGood knowledge of Ukrainian and IFRS accounting standards, respective legislation, and practicesDeep understanding and practical experience with Ukrainian taxation system and legislationExcellent business steering and strategic planning skillsExperienced is setting up and automating finance processes, ESS and financial planning systems (Oracle, SAP, MS Dynamics or similar)Strong leadership and organizational skillsExcellent executive communication and presentation skillsFluent English (both written and oral)Strong resilience to stress, crisis management and dealing with various types of stakeholders. Structural and critical thinking, strategic and operations challenger type of person with strong analytical skillsMSc/MBA in Accounting, Finance, Economics and Business or relevant fieldACCA, CPA, CIMA certification is a strong plusExperience in setting up and running procurement and SCM functions is a plus

Head of finance

Kyivstar

Head of finance

Kyivstar