Finance Manager

The ideal candidate for this position will succeed in this role if they have both knowledge and technical depth about the company and the industry. This is essential as they will be a central person in the decision making process, working with multiple individuals across different teams when necessary. As a result, they will also be overseeing specific personnel.

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning and Strategy:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's goals, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Risk Management:

• Assess and manage financial risks, including investment risks and compliance risks.

• Compliance and Controls:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial laws and regulations, including tax planning and audits.

• Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

• Strategic Decision-Making:

• Provide financial insights and analysis to support executive management in strategic decision-making.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and other key stakeholders.

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Skilled in preparing budgets, forecasts and business plans aimed at maintaining organizational bottom lines and enhancing profitability; design/ implement cost reduction strategies leading to reduced annual overheads and significant increase in cost savings
• Adept at maintaining steady cash flow and fund availability for future/ existing business funding requirement by effectively managing treasury operations; Adroit in working capital utilization, deploying funds and enhancing return on investments for generating adequate liquidity and cash flow.
• Participate in audits and implement effective internal controls based on organizational policies and other statutory regulations; implement & document audit program tests for financial/ operational audits in compliance to internal (audit methodology and risk management) and external (regulatory) audit requirements.
• Adept at liaising with internal & external departments/ stakeholders for ensuring smooth functioning of business operations.
• Capable of driving teams to achieve results, communicating with people across the organizational hierarchy and consistently delivering results in high-pressure environment. Role Model for performance appraisals and known for solid value system that includes strong ethics and integrity.