Finance Manager, Country

MAIN ROLE AND ACTIVITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Coach and mentor finance team members, building capabilities and strengthening the overall competitiveness of the local Finance organization.
• Lead daily finance and accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, Sales, cost of goods sold, general ledger, treasury and related activities.
• Oversee expense management and actively monitor OPEX, ensuring appropriate cost control and spending discipline.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing, ensuring accurate and timely completion and the integrity of financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, IFRS, tax regulations and corporate policies.
• Prepare and analyze monthly management reporting, including TWC, PEC, FTE, inventory and flux/variance analysis.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly rolling forecasting for P&L, FTE and Capex, identifying key risks and opportunities.
• Partner with the General Manager and Sales team to prepare financial and business insights for monthly business reviews and management decision-making.
• Establish and continuously improve finance processes and internal controls, including ICS reviews and timely remediation of control gaps.
• Lead the annual statutory audit and financial statement preparation, coordinating effectively with internal and external auditors.
• Lead tax declarations and statutory reporting and manage communications with local tax authorities.
• Proactively anticipate financial issues, questions and challenges from management, auditors and other stakeholders, providing timely analysis and solutions.
• Avoid financial surprises by identifying risks early, escalating material issues promptly and keeping management informed of significant gaps and exposures.
• Demonstrate and promote a high standard of integrity, compliance and professional judgement.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting and other responsibilities assigned by the Line Manager.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS & REMARKS

• Oversee finance-related HR administration, including annual leave administration, bonus calculations and payroll coordination.
• Partner with internal and external auditors on local accounting, audit and compliance matters.
• Coordinate and participate in physical inventory counts, ensuring inventory accuracy and appropriate financial controls.