As the Finance Manager, you will be assigned entities to manage which will include areas such as Financial Reporting and Analysis, Business Partnering, Statutory Audits and Tax Compliances. This role will be part of the Countries Finance team.
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Support the month end closing process by reviewing the assigned entities management accounts and reporting pack within agreed timelines
Drive timely and accurate month-end closing and reporting processes including flux analysis on the balance sheet, P&L and cashflow
Provide insights and commentaries on MoM and actuals vs budgets comparison and ensure balance sheet recons are reconciled
Ability to bridge between local accounting GAAP with IFRS
Monitor the cash flow position and ensure sufficient funds for operational needs for the assigned entities
Partner with stakeholders in treasury, group reporting and SSC team to ensure a smooth reporting process
Business Partnering
Partner with commercial stakeholders and regional FP&A team to provide business insights and identify trends and provide understanding of the numbers and the drivers
Drive the conversation with country GMs providing analysis on actuals vs budget and deep-diving into material variances
Support and advise cross functional teams such as Tax, Legal, Compliance and Product teams for new country and product launches from an accounting and tax perspective
Statutory Audit and Tax Compliance
Lead the statutory audits of the assigned entities, including liaising with external auditors and corporate secretary, ensuring deadline is met per statutory requirements
Liaise with our tax advisors and tax team to ensure compliance of direct and indirect taxes
Others
-Manage direct reports and provide mentorship and guidance
Assist on any ad hoc task assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy and/or Finance
CPA or equivalent qualification
Minimum 5-7 years of total working experience with preferably 3-4 years in audit and 2-3 years in commercial accounting
Prior working experience in big 4 audit is preferred
Experience in the tech, marketing services, or financial services industry will be a plus point
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in Oracle Netsuite is welcomed
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
A committed team player with excellent people management and interpersonal skills
Meticulous with an analytical mind and strong business acumen
Self-driven and motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous startup environment
High integrity and able to work independently
