Finance Manager at Ash Nelson Partners Limited

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to analyze and forecast company performance.
• Provide insightful analysis of financial results, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with team to develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (remittances, audit etc) and accounting standards.
• Monitor and analyze financial metrics to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation.

Cash Flow Management:

• Manage cash flow effectively, optimizing working capital and liquidity.
• Implement strategies to enhance cash flow forecasting accuracy and efficiency.
• Assess and recommend improvements to treasury processes.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess financial risks, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed about market trends and industry developments to anticipate potential risks.
• Collaborate with other departments to implement risk management policies and procedures.

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team and the organization, contributing to key business decisions.
• Evaluate and recommend investment opportunities and capital allocation strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive financial discipline and foster a culture of financial responsibility.
• Manage and monitor department activities, metrics, KPI tracking, and reports.
• Perform all necessary financial management duties as required.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, professional certification (e.g., ICAN, AAT, CPA, CFA) is required. MBA is highly desirable.
• 7 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting roles. At least 4years’ experience in financial management roles.
• Exceptional proficiency in financial modelling, analysis, and reporting.
• Good knowledge of regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.