Acuity Knowledge Partners - Manager - Finance

Job brief:

- We are looking for a reliable Financial Manager that will analyze everyday financial activities and subsequently provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans.

- The goal is to enable the company's leaders to make sound business decisions and meet the company's objectives.

- In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning.

- By analyzing day-to-day financial activities with precision, you will provide valuable insights and recommendations to upper management.

- Your guidance will empower the company's leaders to make informed decisions that align with the organization's long-term goals.

- Additionally, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing financial plans that support the company's growth and profitability.

- Monitoring financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and capitalizing on opportunities will be integral parts of your responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

- 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.

Requirements and skills:

- 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