Head of Finance & IT

Functional PurposeThe Head of Finance IT is responsible for leading Hygeia’s financial management and technology enablement functions. This role ensures sound financial reporting, compliance, and strategic insight, while building IT systems architecture and infrastructure to support scalable operations.The function exists to provide leadership in budgeting, forecasting, governance, internal external stakeholder management and system development — enabling data-driven decision-making, digital transformation, and operational efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership GovernanceLead budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting processesEnsure regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and risk managementEvolve Board reporting to enable strategic financial conversationsPresent financial insights to the Board, CEO, and functional leadersLead in capital raise from external stakeholders from government funds, to pillar banks to external capital investorsIT Capability DevelopmentBuild core IT infrastructure to support future business growthDrive ERP (SAP) optimisation and key system improvementsLead data governance, multi-system integration, and cybersecurity postureSupport digital transformation initiatives and automationCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Operations and Commercial teams for finance and IT supportProvide leadership in feasibility studies of projects including RD, Regulatory and internal Capital InvestmentsAssist with MA due diligence, integration, and investment planningDrive continuous improvement in finance and IT processes, procedures and controlsKey InterfacesInternal: Board of Directors, CEO, Finance Team, IT Team, Operations, Commercial, Project ManagementExternal: Auditors, Regulators, Banks, ERP vendors, IT service providers, ConsultantsKPIs Success Metrics example<2% variance in budgeting and forecasting accuracy100% on-time delivery of monthly and quarterly reportsZero major audit findings; full regulatory complianceSAP enhancements delivered as planned; system uptime ≥ 95%Risk management SOPs documented, implemented and reviewed annually≥ 3 significant finance or IT improvement projects delivered annuallyEffective support to MA, Board requests, Stakeholder management and system upgradesCapability RequirementsStrategic Operational SkillsStrong analytical and decision-support capabilitiesExperience in cross-functional project leadership and change managementFinancial ExpertiseDeep knowledge of budgeting, reporting, compliance, and auditSkilled in Board-level financial communication and insights deliveryFamiliar with ERP systems (especially SAP) and IT architectureAble to lead IT roadmap design, systems improvement, and vendor engagementEffective communicator with senior stakeholdersStrong working relationships across Finance, IT, and Operations functionsIT Knowledge LeadershipFamiliar with ERP systems (especially SAP) and IT architectureAble to lead IT roadmap design, systems improvement, and vendor engagementCollaboration CommunicationEffective communicator with senior stakeholdersStrong working relationships across Finance, IT, and Operations functionsKey Development Priorities Strategic AlignmentKey Development PrioritiesImprove project delivery capability in both Finance and ITStrengthen controls, governance, and financial delegation frameworksBuild out IT infrastructure to enable digital and data transformationDevelop leadership depth across Finance and IT teamsEmbed CbM and structured review cadences within both functionsApplication ProcessPlease send you apply via our jobs portal with a cover letter and up to date CV. The closing date for applications is Monday, 1st of December.Hygeia is an equal opportunities employer