Head of Finance and Operations

Head of Finance and Operations

Location: Lalitpur

Alaya is a place where dreams take shape and grow. Originally founded as Home Loan Experts in 2007, the company expanded its reach by establishing HLE Nepal in 2012, which later rebranded to Alaya. This transformation signifies Alaya’s unwavering commitment to supporting not only its customers and clients but also its community and colleagues. Alaya goes beyond being a mortgage industry leader, offering a boundless place of limitless potential where individuals can dedicate their hearts, flourish, and shine. Alaya redefines the power of place, becoming “Your Place” to dedicate your heart, to flourish, and to shine.

Alaya and Home Loan Experts (Australia) offer more than mortgage expertise; it’s a place where you can thrive. Here, we value Passion, Care, and Oneness—caring deeply for our team and embracing unity. Together, the Alaya team works as one family, united in their mission to help people realise their dreams.

About The Role:

This position starts as a one-year contract with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time, permanent role based on performance.

The Head of Finance and Operations at Alaya will lead and oversee both financial and operational activities within the organisation. This role is crucial in ensuring that all financial practices are aligned with Alaya’s strategic objectives and core values. The Head of Finance and Operations will bring a wealth of experience in financial management from Western business environments, ensuring that best practices are applied across all operations.

Major Deliverables:

• Financial Management: Lead financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with Alaya’s strategic objectives.
  Operational Efficiency: Manage and optimise administrative processes, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with business goals.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and manage risks, including tax audits and adherence to local laws.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance to ensure seamless operations.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the finance and operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Performance Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports to management and stakeholders, providing insights into the financial health of the organisation.
• Cost Optimization: Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement strategies to maximise profitability while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Internal Controls: Develop and manage financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial operations.
• Audit Coordination: Plan and coordinate external audits, developing action plans to address any findings and ensure compliance.
• Information Security: Ensure that financial data is protected and processed securely, participating in the development and maintenance of the Information Security Management System (ISMS).

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field (MBA or similar advanced degree desirable).
• Professional certifications such as CMA, ACA, ACCA, or CPA are preferred.
• More than 5 years of experience in managing and leading finance teams, with significant exposure to international finance and modern business practices.

Skills Requirements:

• Strong understanding of financial principles, financial modelling, and strategic analysis.
• Proficiency in financial tools such as ERP systems, spreadsheet software, and accounting software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively manage cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
• Ability to align financial and operational strategies with business objectives.
• Proficient in analysing financial data for strategic and ethical decision-making.
• Strong leadership skills to guide the finance and operations team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.

What’s In It For You:

• A Passion-Driven Environment: Work with a team that’s passionate about what they do and driven to succeed.
• Care for You: We prioritise your well-being, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Oneness in Diversity: Be part of a diverse team where every voice is heard and valued. Together, we celebrate our successes and grow stronger as one.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Five Working Days (Mon-Fri)
• Complimentary full breakfast
• Working with cross-cultural teams across Australia and Nepal
• Medical and accidental insurance coverage for you and two beneficiaries.
• Exclusive Leaves, apart from the leaves mandated by law:
• 1-day floating leave
• 4 months of paid maternity leave.
• 1 month of paid paternity leave.
• Various exclusive bonuses, including profit, festival, book reading bonus and many more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work-based counselling.
• Employee engagement and well-being activities and events.
• Educational discounts through partnerships with various top colleges.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Monthly and Quarterly Awards and Recognition
• Employee referral bonus for recommending new hires.
• Customer Referral – Refer your friends and relatives in Australia to use our services and we’ll reward you!

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