Finance Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Head of Finance / Finance Manager to oversee the organization's financial planning, budgeting, accounting, cash flow management, reporting, and financial controls. The role will be responsible for ensuring financial stability, improving profitability, maintaining strong financial governance, and providing strategic financial insights to support business growth and decision-making

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The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, taxation, compliance, and financial analysis. The candidate should be capable of working closely with senior management and providing data-driven recommendations on financial and business matter

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Key Responsibilit

ies
Financial Planning & Stra

tegy
- Develop and implement financial plans aligned with organizational object

ives.- Support management in strategic financial planning and business decision-ma

king.- Analyze financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and profitability improve

ment.- Prepare financial forecasts, projections, and business p

lans.
Budgeting & Financial Perfo

rmance
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting p

rocess.- Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide variance an

alysis.- Establish and monitor key financia

l KPIs.- Identify cost-control measures and improve overall financial effi

ciency.- Provide regular financial insights and recommendations to mana

gement.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Ma

nagement
- Monitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requ

irements.- Ensure effective management of receivables, payables, and operational

expenses.- Develop cash flow forecasts and ensure adequate funds are available for business op

erations.- Manage banking relationships and support financing requ

irements.
Accounting & Financial

Reporting
- Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance

operations.- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and manageme

nt reports.- Review financial data, MIS reports, and business performan

ce reports.- Maintain strong financial controls and ensure accuracy of financi

al records.- Coordinate with internal and externa

l auditors.
Taxation, Compliance & Ris

k Management
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting, taxation, statutory, and regulatory

requirements.- Coordinate with tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory

authorities.- Establish and maintain effective internal financ

ial controls.- Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigat

ion measures.- Ensure timely completion of statutory filings and financial

obligations.
Business & Inves

tment Analysis
- Evaluate the financial viability of new projects, investments, and busine

ss initiatives.- Prepare financial models, feasibility studies, an

d ROI analysis.- Support management in evaluating expansion opportunities, partnerships, and majo

r expenditures.- Provide financial recommendations based on business performance and mar

ket conditions.

Team Management
- Lead and manage the finance a

nd accounts team.- Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of fina

ncial activities.- Mentor team members and develop a strong culture of financial discipline an

d accountability.- Coordinate with other departments to improve financial processes and operat

ional efficiency.
Management Reporting & Stakeh

older Coordination
- Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and insights to

senior management.- Provide management with timely information regarding profitability, cash flow, costs, a

nd financial risks.- Coordinate with banks, auditors, tax consultants, financial advisors, and other ext

ernal stakeholders.- Support senior management in financial negotiations and strategic

business dec

isions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics

, or a related field.- CA, CMA, CPA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent professional qualificati

on will be preferred.- Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, or

Financial Management.- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, an

d financial analysis.- Strong understanding of accounting principles, taxation, statutory compliance, an

d financial controls.- Experience in managing finance/accounts teams and coordinating wi

th senior management.- Strong knowledge of financial modeling, business analysis, and prof

itability management.- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and de

cision-making skills.- Strong communication and stakeholder

management abilities.- Proficiency in financial management and accounting software, ERP systems,

and Microsoft E

xcel.
Preferred Skills
- Financial Planning &a

mp; Analysis (FP&A)- Budg

eting & Forecasting- Cash Flow & Wor

king Capital Management- Financ

ial Reporting & MIS- Financial Modeling

& Business Analysis- Cost Control & P

rofitability Management- Ac

counting & Taxation- Financial Governance

& Internal Co

ntrols- Risk Management- Invest

ment & ROI Analysis- Banking &a

mp; Treasury Management- Team Leadership

& People Management- Strategic Fi

nancial Decision-Making- Senior Management &