Job description for a Finance Manager

Job Brief

We are seeking a Finance Manager.  This position will support most aspects of accounting management including billing, payroll, reporting, The Finance Manager will have a good knowledge of accounting principles, be organised, professional, and have a close eye on details. The Finance Manager must be reliable and able to carry out tasks autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Oversee the collection, organisation, tracking and reporting of all income and expenses
• Perform all month-end closing activities
• Generate accurate financial statements and reports in a timely manner
• Attend meetings with senior management
• Hire, train, manage and motivate finance staff
• Maintain related accounting documents and records
• Streamline processes to make the department operate more efficiently and effectively
• Work with internal and external auditors
• Other duties as necessary

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Excel for analysis and reporting.
• Experience in managing administrative staff
• Communicate with Executives and quickly identify and overcome potential program challenges.
• Present and communicate to all levels of the business.
• Be familiar with IFRS
• Six or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.
• A Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or Economics.
• Professional certification such as a CPA
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including communication, stakeholder alignment.
• Extensive organisational and time management skills.