Finance Manager (225-814)

As a Finance Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in our organization's financial health and stability. You will be responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting procedures, and analyzing financial trends to inform strategic decisions. This position demands a professional with a deep understanding of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting who can communicate effectively across departments and manage a talented team of financial analysts and accountants. The Finance Manager needs to maintain and develop financial policies and procedures, safeguard assets, and maximize the return on financial resources by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. Your role is crucial in shaping the financial future of the organization and ensuring its growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies and oversee annual budget preparations and reviews.
• Analyze financial data to recommend effective, strategic action plans.
• Ensure accuracy in financial reporting and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts.
• Manage financial systems and ensure data integrity across all platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the financial team to achieve departmental goals.
• Analyze investment opportunities and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Oversee audit processes and manage relationships with external auditors.
• Develop financial strategies to optimize cash flow and improve cost efficiencies.
• Evaluate and improve financial strategies for risk management and mitigation.
• Prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders regularly in meetings.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential.
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role in finance.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods and software.
• Proficient in MS Office and financial management software, like Oracle or SAP.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with other departments and stakeholders.
• Professional certification such as CFA, CPA, or CMA can be beneficial.