The ideal candidate will be responsible for working with senior management to develop financial strategies for the organization. You are comfortable handling large amounts of data, acting as a business partner, decision maker, and providing regular financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks, initiatives, and projects in alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop and implement comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting frameworks.
- Prepare estimates for funds required to meet the organization's short-term and long-term financial objectives.
- Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes and complete accurate financial reports on a timely basis.
- Conduct monthly financial forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide financial insights, variance analyses, and recommendations to improve overall business performance.
- Achieve an optimal mix of equity and debt to minimize financial costs and maximize operational profitability.
- Strategize and secure funding from banks and other financial institutions as necessary to support growth and operations.
- Prudently invest in assets to maximize returns while managing associated risks.
- Evaluate the organization's financial performance, including measuring and analyzing returns on investments.
- Identify, understand, and mitigate financial risks through proactive financial strategies and internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and standards.
- Develop and monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to assess the organization's financial health.
- Prepare and deliver regular financial performance reports to management and stakeholders.
- Act as a strategic partner to senior management by providing financial insights that influence business planning and strategy.
- Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance operational efficiency and financial transparency.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or related field with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience.
- Preferrably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- With experience working in IT industry and has 5-10+ years in finance, accounting, or financial analysis.
- Has advanced knowledge in Google Sheets/Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Quickbooks), financial reporting software, presentation tools (PowerPoint).
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring a team.
- High attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Willing to report onsite.
