Position: Finance Controller

Location: Kalimati, Kathmandu

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Chief Executive Officer (CEO) (if CFO is absent)

Effective Date:

Term: This contract is for a term of three (3) years from the Effective Date, with an option to renew upon mutual agreement.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

1. Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure timely preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial reports, including periodic reports and year-end financial statements for the RKD Group.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and standards (such as IFRS or local GAAP).
• Liaise with external auditors for annual audits and address audit findings promptly.
• Prepare and present financial performance updates to the Board of Directors (BOD) periodically, with detailed analysis and insights on financial health and projections.

2. Shareholder Registry Management

• Oversee the proper maintenance of the shareholder registry across all companies within the group, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
• Perform final verification of all changes, updates, and additions to the shareholder registry.
• Ensure that dividends and other shareholder-related matters are properly recorded and compliant with legal standards.

3. Regulatory Updates and Compliance Reporting

• Manage periodic updates and filings required by the Office of Company Registrar, ensuring full compliance with corporate and legal requirements.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory changes that could impact RKD Group and implement any necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.

4. Documentation and Management of Intercompany and Related Party Transactions

• Ensure strong documentation practices for intercompany transactions across subsidiaries and associate companies, with full compliance with related-party transaction policies.
• Maintain clear records for related-party transactions, including approvals, financial impacts, and compliance documentation
• Conduct periodic reviews to ensure the integrity and transparency of intercompany transactions, minimizing any financial or legal risk.

5. Financial Reporting and Presentation to BOD

• Prepare periodic financial reports, including budget-to-actual comparisons, cash flow projections, and performance metrics, for presentation to the BOD.
• Provide insights and strategic recommendations based on financial reports, helping the BOD make informed decisions for the group’s growth and stability.
• Ensure that financial reports presented to the BOD are accurate, transparent, and meet the group’s high standards for data integrity and compliance.

6. Team Leadership and Group-Wide Financial Integration

• Land develop an integrated finance team across all subsidiary companies, fostering collaboration and consistency in financial processes.
• Act as the primary liaison between group finance and the financial teams within each subsidiary, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Conduct regular team meetings and training to enhance team capabilities, performance, and adherence to best practices in finance.

7. Custody and Maintenance of Financial Records and Documentation

• Take full responsibility for the maintenance, custody, and security of all finance and accounting documents, ensuring they are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Implement systematic record-keeping practices to ensure data integrity and ease of access for audits and reporting.
• Ensure backup procedures are in place for critical financial data

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in finance with at least 5 years in a senior finance or controller role within a corporate group or similar structure.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, financial compliance knowledge (IFRS/GAAP), exceptional organizational skills, and experience with shareholder registry management.