Manager, Finance

Role Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical finance professional to join our team, specialising in Management Reporting, Analysis and financial modelling. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in financial data analysis, reporting, and supporting decision-making processes. Proficiency in advanced Excel, data visualisation, and presentation skills is essential for success in this role. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Finance Transformation & Process Optimisation Lead and project manage end-to-end delivery of key finance transformation initiatives across the group. Redesign and implement improvements to core finance processes to enhance automation, control, and scalability. Oversee and drive process improvements through template creations and training across: Month-end close Purchase ledger Order-to-cash Expense management Approval workflows Develop and maintain finance templates, forms, and SOPs. Design, structure and help create the investor data room to support audits, fundraising, and due diligence. Contribute to project-based financial initiatives with a focus on automation and operational efficiency. Standardise and roll out balance sheet reconciliation templates across the group. MIS Reporting & Analysis Design and roll out maintenance of monthly MIS dashboards to monitor financial performance, KPIs, and business metrics. Create the capabilities to analyse and present financial data, including P&L, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. Project manage and roll out the timeliness of all management reports, dashboards, and presentations. Financial Modelling & Data Management Build and manage integrated financial models for budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis and variance analysis. Collect, organise, and validate financial and operational data from multiple systems. Ensure data integrity and resolve discrepancies effectively. Presentation & Visualization Prepare clear and compelling templates for presentations using PowerPoint for internal and external stakeholders. Visualise complex data for decision-making using charts, graphs, and dashboards. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Work closely with finance, operations, and cross-functional teams to enhance data flow and reporting. Support audit processes, reconciliation, and other ad-hoc finance projects. Upskill and train team members to embed best practices and tools. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for streamlining reporting processes and automating manual tasks. Stay updated with financial reporting trends, tools, and best practices. Desired Professional Traits: Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership. Natural problem-solver who can identify process gaps and drive implementation. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally. Clear communicator who can translate complex data into actionable insights. Adaptable, curious, and eager to adopt new tools and best practices. RequirementsCA Certification Masters degree in Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field. Additional certification or coursework in Sustainability is a strong plus Proven experience in financial reporting, MIS, and transformation in a scaling or tech environment of at least 4 years. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, charts, and scenario tools). Strong PowerPoint skills for presentation development. Familiarity with data visualisation tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio is advantageous. Familiarity with accounting software like Tally, Bexio, Zoho Books, and Xero. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. .