Finance ManagerRole Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Finance Manager to lead the organization's financial operations, planning, reporting, and governance while supporting sustainable business growth and informed decision-making. In this role, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance to ensure financial stability and operational excellence across the organization.
You will collaborate with executive leadership, accounting, operations, procurement, sales, human resources, and external stakeholders to develop financial strategies, optimize resource allocation, monitor business performance, and provide actionable financial insights. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into strategic recommendations that drive profitability and long-term value.
Key responsibilities include managing financial reporting, preparing budgets and forecasts, overseeing cash flow, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, supporting audits, implementing internal controls, conducting financial modeling, and evaluating investment opportunities. The Finance Manager will also identify cost optimization initiatives, improve financial processes, and lead the finance team in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.
Success in this role requires strong business acumen, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day financial management in a dynamic business environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance management processes.
- Prepare, review, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and financial performance.
- Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial governance frameworks.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and address audit findings.
- Develop financial models, business cases, and investment evaluations.
- Monitor financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with business leaders to support strategic initiatives and operational decisions.
- Manage ERP financial systems and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiency.
- Stay current with financial regulations, accounting standards, and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, or equivalent is preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and financial reporting software.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Knowledge of taxation, auditing, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
- Experience with cash flow management, cost control, and business performance analysis.
- High attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and business acumen.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.