Job Description

Finance Manager

Objectives of this role

Communicating with the Banks, financial institutions, investors etc. for financing, loan repayments, negotiation of interest and other terms with lenders/investors

Experience in negotiating with banks including international financial institution like IFC, WB, ADB, ECB etc., foreign banks, ECA financing, OA financing, credit insurance financing etc., for the group

Take responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company's financial strategy and hiring needs

Coordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the same

Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization

Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows

Comply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action

Responsibilities

Work with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting

Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement

Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives

Monitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of company

Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general)

Required skills and qualifications

Five or more years of experience in executive leadership roles

Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity

Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills

Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning

Working knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of credit

Preferred skills and qualifications

Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance

International finance experience

Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations

Professional certification (ex: Certified Public Accountant)

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

FMCG: 3 years (Required)
Expected Start Date: 02/06/2025