The Sr. Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's financial health and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. He/She will manage accounting, inventory, and tax functions, and provide financial reports and insights that will support decision-making at the executive level. The ideal candidate is accustomed to working within local and medium-scale enterprises.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with corporate goals.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business growth and profitability.
Accounting Oversight
- Lead the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
- Maintain compliance with accounting standards.
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
Inventory Control
- Monitor and optimize inventory valuation and reporting.
- Collaborate with operations to ensure accurate stock levels and cost management.
Tax Compliance
- Ensure timely filing of tax returns and adherence to tax regulations.
- Manage tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize cash flow.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Team Leadership
- Mentor and develop finance team members to enhance performance and capability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferably with CPA and/or CMA
- Minimum 810 years of experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Experience in local and medium-scale enterprises with a proven ability to adapt to traditional corporate environments.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and inventory management.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and drive change while respecting established practices.
