Business Finance Manager

Job Title: Business Finance Manager

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About the Team

Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who are dedicated to pioneering access and transforming lives. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals who are committed to driving innovation and making a positive impact.

About the Role

The Business Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities to support the business's strategic goals. This role involves managing budgeting processes, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing actionable insights to drive business performance. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with business acumen to guide decision-making and improve profitability.

Key Deliverables (What Will You Do)

• Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Analyse financial performance and provide detailed variance analysis against budget and forecasts.
• Develop financial models and conduct scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with business units to interpret financial data and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
• Support business development activities with financial due diligence and feasibility studies.
• Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Drive process improvements in financial reporting and business operations.

Job Specification (What Will You Need)

• Chartered accountant with 2 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a business partnering or commercial finance role.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and budgeting processes.
• Positive attitude towards work and process-oriented approach towards work.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills
• Self-starter with ability to identify issues and solve problems with complete ownership
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence decision-making.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

About ElasticRun

Elasticrun is sparking a quiet revolution, reshaping consumption as well as distribution, and is dedicated to transforming lives. We break down barriers that have separated communities from modern ecommerce, extending the reach of goods to once inaccessible territories. Leveraging technology, Elasticrun connects the dots in a complex supply chain, streamlining processes and thereby making goods more accessible and affordable.

Beyond the numbers and accolades, our true strength lies in our people. We champion a people-first culture with gender-neutral and inclusive. Discover opportunities to be part of our dynamic team.

We’d Love to Get to Know You

Please note: The HR team at ElasticRun will only reach out to you through official email addresses and will never request sensitive information or documents (such as passwords, bank details, OTPs, etc.) prior to the final onboarding process. Please avoid responding to unsolicited emails or messages from unofficial sources.