Finance and Accounting Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Planning and Strategy
Develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational goals.
Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes.
Ensure alignment of financial planning with long-term business objectives
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports to the board of directors and stakeholders.
Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
Risk Management
Identify and manage financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks.
Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure financial stability
Cash Flow Management
Monitor and manage the organization’s cash flow to ensure liquidity.
Oversee accounts receivable and payable processes.
Optimize working capital management
Investment and Financing Decisions
Evaluate investment opportunities and make recommendations.
Oversee capital raising efforts, including debt and equity financing.
Manage relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions
Financial Operations Oversight
Lead and manage the finance and accounting teams.
Ensure efficient and effective financial operations, including accounting, payroll, tax, and treasury functions.
Implement and maintain financial systems and technology
Strategic Leadership
Collaborate with executive team members to drive overall business strategy.
Provide financial insights and guidance to support decision-making.
Participate in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiative
Compliance and Governance
Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and ethical practices.
Oversee regulatory compliance, including tax laws, securities regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
Liaise with auditors, regulatory agencies, and other external parties
Performance Monitoring and Improvement
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for financial performance.
Monitor financial performance against benchmarks and industry standards.
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems
Stakeholder Communication
Communicate financial performance and strategy to stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, and the public.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including board members and investors.