Finance Manager Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: [Insert Location]
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Finance Director

Job Summary:

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective budget management, and compliance with financial regulations. This role involves managing the finance team, producing timely financial statements, driving financial planning and analysis, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to provide actionable financial insights to senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and prepare financial forecasts. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for business operations and investment activities.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions, including profitability analysis, cost control, and risk assessment. Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the finance team, ensuring effective day-to-day financial operations, staff development, and high performance.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal policies. Coordinate and support both internal and external audits.
• Process Improvement: Evaluate and improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Tax Management: Oversee tax planning and compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations. Work with external advisors where necessary to optimize the company’s tax position.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Provide regular financial reports and updates to senior management, the board of directors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them. Ensure strong internal controls are in place.
• Liaison with External Parties: Act as the point of contact with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and other financial institutions.
• Strategic Support: Assist the CFO and senior leadership team with strategic initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raising, and investment decisions.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. A professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is essential.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in financial management, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Skills:
  • Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, tax laws, and financial regulations.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
  • High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to financial management.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across the organization.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health insurance, pension plan, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Support for further study and qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter to [Insert Application Email] or visit [Insert Company Website]. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This Finance Manager job description outlines key responsibilities, focusing on financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and team leadership. It highlights the need for strong financial management skills, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial support for the organization.