Job Description
Summary
- The Finance Manager will be responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing critical insights to support strategic decision-making.
- S/he will oversee budgeting, cash flow management, and internal controls while leading a high-performing finance team.
Role and Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis:
- Develop, implement, and monitor annual budgets and forecasts across departments.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning.
- Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and local regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies during audits and inspections.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
- Monitor the company’s cash flow, liquidity, and working capital position.
- Manage banking relationships and oversee treasury functions including payment approvals, bank reconciliations, and investment decisions.
Budgeting & Cost Control:
- Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual budgeting process.
- Establish cost control measures and ensure adherence to budgetary limits across departments.
- Analyse financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, laws, and corporate governance standards.
- Identify financial risks and recommend strategies for risk mitigation.
- Maintain an effective internal control environment and participate in risk assessments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA required.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and corporate finance principles.
- Proficiency in financial software e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Excel, Sage and ERP systems.
- Strong knowledge of IT products and services, including hardware, software, and cloud solutions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills:
- You will possess strong organizational skills, analytical and negotiation skills, a leader and problem-solver who can multi-task and pay attention to details.
- You will have above-average math skills and be able to work independently, with little or no supervision.
Core skills:
- Strategic thinking and business acumen.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgment.