Job Brief
A financial manager is an individual who is responsible for the financial well-being of an organization. They provide accurate data analysis and advice to senior management on profit-maximizing strategies for long-term success.
Job Description
- ● Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
- ● Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take
- ● Maintain the financial health of the organization.
- ● Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
- ● Develop trends and projections for the firm’s finances.
- ● Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
- ● Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met.
- ● Manage the preparation of the company’s budget.
- ● Liase with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
- ● Correspond with various other departments, discussing company plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.
Job Requirements
- ● Proven experience as a Financial Manager
- ● Experience in the financial sector with previous possible roles such as financial analyst
- ● Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns
- ● Proficient user of finance software
- ● Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- ● Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used
- ● A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
- ● Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
- ● BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
- ● Professional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plus