About the role

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and stable Finance Manager to join our senior management team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a proven track record of at least four years of continuous service in their recent role, demonstrating commitment and stability. This role requires an expert in SAP to lead our finance department, taking full responsibility for financial preparations, in-depth analysis, and the meticulous management of accounts payable and reconciliations. You will be instrumental in ensuring the integrity of our financial data, driving efficiency, and providing strategic insights to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Statement Preparation & Reporting:

Lead the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local statutory requirements.
Manage the year-end audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring all necessary documentation and schedules are prepared.
Oversee the general ledger within SAP, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately.
Prepare and present detailed financial reports and board packs for senior management and stakeholders.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

Drive the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
Conduct comprehensive variance analysis (budget vs. actual), identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights and recommendations to the business.
Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and business drivers, providing analysis on profitability, liquidity, and solvency.

3. Accounts Payable Management (Detailed):

Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company policies.
Manage the processing of vendor invoices, from receipt and verification (three-way matching) to posting in SAP.
Supervise payment runs with SSC (local cash payments, international transfers), ensuring payments are timely, accurate, and properly authorized.
Manage vendor relationships, resolve complex payment discrepancies, and handle escalations.
Oversee the reconciliation of vendor statements and manage the AP aging report to ensure a healthy payables portfolio.

4. Accounts Reconciliation (Detailed):

Take ownership of the balance sheet reconciliation process, ensuring all accounts are reconciled monthly and discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
Perform and review complex reconciliations, with a strong focus on SAP Control Accounts , including GR/IR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt), bank clearing, and other technical accounts.
Manage intercompany reconciliation processes, ensuring all balances are agreed upon and settled in a timely manner.
Oversee daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all company bank accounts.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

Chartered Accountancy is a must, with total experience between 4 to 7 years (after qualification).
Minimum of 4 years of continuous employment in your most recent role as a Finance Manager or similar senior finance position. This is a mandatory requirement to demonstrate job stability.
Expert-level proficiency in SAP is essential , particularly with the FICO (Finance and Controlling) module.
Proven, hands-on experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements.
Demonstrable expertise in managing the full accounts payable cycle in a high-volume environment.
Strong technical knowledge of control account reconciliations within an ERP system, specifically SAP.

Skills & Competencies:

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
High level of integrity and professional ethics.