Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with deep expertise in cost accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and SAP S/4HANA The role will be responsible for driving cost efficiency, supporting business decision-making, and ensuring accurate financial reporting through advanced ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with IFRS/local GAAP
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting
• Partner with senior management to present financial insights and recommendations

2. Costing & Profitability Analysis

• Lead all aspects of cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and product costing
• Analyze manufacturing/service costs and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Drive profitability analysis by product, customer, and business unit
• Monitor overhead allocation, activity-based costing (ABC), and cost control initiatives

3. SAP S/4HANA Management

• Act as a key finance lead for SAP S/4HANA (FI/CO modules)
• Ensure effective system utilization for costing, reporting, and controlling
• Support SAP implementation, upgrades, and enhancements
• Collaborate with IT and business teams on system improvements and automation
• Ensure master data integrity (cost centers, profit centers, material costing, etc.)

4. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the organization
• Develop financial models to support strategic decisions
• Track actual vs budget performance and provide variance analysis
• Support long-term financial planning and business strategy

5. Business Partnering

• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and commercial teams
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making and business growth
• Drive cost efficiency and operational improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional qualification preferred (CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA / CIMA)

Experience

• 8–12+ years of experience in finance, with strong costing background
• Proven experience in manufacturing / industrial / FMCG environments (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA (FI/CO, Product Costing, COPA),SAP S/4HANA implementation or migration projects
• Exposure to digital finance transformation initiatives
• Experience in multi-country or regional finance roles

Technical Skills

• Advanced cost accounting and financial analysis skills
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA modules (FI, CO, Material Ledger, COPA)
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Knowledge of Power BI or similar tools (added advantage)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead teams and drive cross-functional collaboration
• High attention to detail and business acumen

Additional Information

Key Competencies

• Cost Control & Optimization
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• ERP Systems Expertise (SAP S/4HANA)
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership & Team Management

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.