Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Finance Manager to act as a strategic business partner, bridging finance and operational departments. The role will focus on providing financial insights, supporting business decision-making, optimizing financial performance, and ensuring alignment between financial goals and business objectives. You will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and driving financial efficiency across assigned business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary financial business partner for CAD, collaborating closely with commercial leader to understand their operational needs and provide financial guidance.
• Lead the financial planning and budgeting process for the business units, including developing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with company-wide financial targets.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis and trend analysis, to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Provide actionable financial insights to support business decisions, such as new project evaluations, pricing strategies, cost optimization initiatives, and resource allocation.
• Monitor and track key financial metrics (KPI) for the business units, preparing regular financial reports and dashboards for management review.
• Collaborate with the corporate finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including month-end close, financial statements, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Drive process improvements to enhance financial efficiency, streamline budgeting/forecasting processes, and improve data accuracy and reporting timeliness.
• Support cross-functional projects, providing financial input and analysis to drive business growth and profitability.
• Train and guide business unit teams on financial concepts, budget management, and financial reporting requirements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market changes, and regulatory requirements that may impact the business units’ financial performance.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CMA, ACCA) are highly desirable.

Experience

• 6-8 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial BP or business partnering role.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis within a corporate environment.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and business unit leaders to drive financial performance.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modeling, data analysis) is mandatory.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)