Manager - Finance - IFRS/GAAP

Job Title: Finance Manager

Department: Finance

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager to lead our accounting team and oversee all aspects of financial management, including month-end close, consolidation of financial statements, management reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, tax compliance, and audit coordination. This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and the timely preparation of consolidated financial reports.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Month-End Close Management:

- Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring all deadlines are met.

- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.

- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

- Collaborate with the accounting team to resolve any discrepancies in financial data.

2. Financial Consolidation:

- Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements for multiple entities in compliance with IFRS/GAAP.

- Perform intercompany eliminations, foreign currency translations, and minority interest calculations.

- Manage and maintain the consolidation process in the ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

- Ensure accurate mapping of accounts across entities to facilitate efficient consolidation.

- Coordinate with regional finance teams to ensure timely submission of financial data.

3. Management Reporting:

- Prepare and deliver monthly management reporting packages with detailed financial analysis.

- Analyze financial results, identifying key trends, variances, and insights for senior management.

- Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting templates for leadership review.

- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and performance management.

4. Balance Sheet Reconciliations:

- Supervise the preparation and review of all balance sheet reconciliations.

- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.

- Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).

- Maintain and update the reconciliation schedule for all key accounts.

5. Tax Compliance:

- Oversee the preparation and filing of all required tax returns (corporate tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax).

- Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international tax regulations.

- Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure accurate tax reporting and planning.

- Identify tax optimization opportunities and implement tax-efficient structures.

6. Audit Coordination:

- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors.

- Prepare audit schedules, provide documentation, and respond to audit inquiries.

- Resolve any audit findings or issues promptly and implement corrective actions.

- Maintain audit documentation and ensure compliance with audit requirements.

7. Team Management and Development:

- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team, providing guidance and support.

- Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and support team growth.

- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

- Set clear performance expectations and monitor team progress.

8. Process Improvement and Compliance:

- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline month-end close, consolidation, and reporting.

- Develop and enhance internal controls over financial reporting and ensure compliance with company policies.

- Support automation initiatives for greater efficiency in financial reporting.

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and tax regulations.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

- CPA, CA, CMA, or other relevant professional accounting designation is preferred.

- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, including 3+ years in a managerial role.

- Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP, including consolidation principles.

- Proven experience managing month-end close, financial consolidation, and management reporting.

- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.

- Experience with multi-entity consolidation, intercompany eliminations, and foreign currency translation.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in a multinational organization with complex reporting structures.

- Knowledge of tax regulations in multiple jurisdictions.

- Proven experience with audit management and liaising with external auditors.

- Familiarity with financial automation tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

Personal Attributes:

- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.

- Proactive and results-driven, with a solution-oriented mindset.

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

- High ethical standards and integrity.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.