Finance and Accounting · Full-time
Direct employerFinance Executive Director

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Role overview
Hadley Designs is hiring a Finance Executive Director to lead their finance function remotely from Kenya. This role suits experienced finance leaders who want to build scalable financial systems and support the growth of a purpose-driven company focused on educational products for children.
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What you will do
- Prepare accurate monthly financial reports by the 20th with full reconciliation and no significant errors.
- Maintain a weekly updated 12-month rolling cash forecast to ensure liquidity and transparency.
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting across departments, keeping variances within 10%.
- Develop automated workflows to reduce manual reporting time by at least 25% within the first year.
- Collaborate with leadership to implement financial strategies that improve profitability and increase EBITDA margin by two percentage points within 12 months.
- Document standard operating procedures for financial close, forecasting, cash flow, and reporting within three months.
- Introduce new systems for managing expenses, travel, and purchasing by the sixth month.
- Create financial dashboards and KPIs to support better decision-making.
- Work cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Operations teams to align growth plans, cash flow, and inventory management.
- Assess and recommend technology solutions like ERP and reporting tools to prepare the company for scaling.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required; MBA or CPA is strongly preferred.
- At least five years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including a minimum of three years in leadership roles.
- Proven ability in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Experience implementing scalable financial systems and automation in growing organisations.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, compliance, and tax regulations.
- Proficiency with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or advanced Excel/Google Sheets.
- Excellent analytical and communication skills to simplify complex financial information.
- Experience in e-commerce or multi-channel retail is preferred.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and influence decisions at the executive level.
Benefits
The role offers a remote-first work environment with flexible hours, paid time off and holidays, leadership development opportunities, and access to Hadley Designs products for your family.
How to apply
Applicants should apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.