The Finance Manager will oversee the full spectrum of finance operations, including General Bookkeeping, AP/AR, Treasury, FP&A, Controllership, and Payroll. This role provides strategic financial leadership to support business growth, ensure compliance, optimize financial performance, and partner with senior leadership on planning, investments, and long-term strategy. The Finance Manager will also lead and develop a high-performing finance team to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end accounting operations, including month-end/year-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Oversee payroll, AP/AR, treasury, and cash flow management for local and deployed staff.
- Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses to support strategic business decisions.
- Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management on investments, cost optimization, and business growth.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and best practices.
- Perform additional strategic duties as required to support corporate objectives and financial performance.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Master's degree or MBA preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; CMA or equivalent is a plus.
Experience:
- 57+ years of progressive finance experience, including end-to-end accounting operations.
- At least 2 years in a managerial or team leadership role.
- Hands-on experience in HR or professional services finance operations preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, reporting standards, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities.
- Proven ability to influence business decisions and drive results.
- Strong people management, mentoring, and team development skills.
