Assistant Finance Manager
Job Summary
The Assistant Finance Manager supports the preparation of financial statements and manages the budgeting and forecasting processes. This role involves performing financial analysis and variance reporting to provide management with actionable insights. Additionally, the position oversees accounts payable and receivable functions while supervising junior accounting staff.
Responsibilities
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Manage budgeting and forecasting
- Perform financial and variance analysis
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable
- Supervise junior accounting staff
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting
- Minimum 3 years finance experience
- CPA/CIMA/ACCA certification preferred
- ERP systems proficiency
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Supporting the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
- Performing financial analysis, including variance analysis and trend identification, to provide insights to management.
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Reconciling bank statements and general ledger accounts monthly.
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations and company policies.
- Assisting with internal and external audits.
- Supporting the implementation and maintenance of financial control systems.
- Managing a small team of junior accounting staff and delegating tasks as necessary.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
- CPA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in financial software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.