Finance Manager

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Job Summary:

The Finance Manager (Global Region) will support the Controller (US) in overseeing financial operations across multiple international offices. This role ensures the accuracy of financial reporting, adherence to global regulatory requirements, and the development of efficient financial processes. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of global finance operations, multi-currency accounting, and compliance with international tax and reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Support the preparation and accuracy of financial statements for all international offices in compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable standards.
• Assist with timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors to support audit requirements across regions.
• Collaborate with tax advisors to ensure compliance with global tax laws, transfer pricing, and intercompany transactions.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Participate in the global budgeting process and assist in consolidating financial data across regions.
• Monitor financial performance metrics including cash flow, profitability, and budget variances.
• Provide support for financial forecasting and scenario analysis.

3. Cash Management & Treasury:

• Assist in managing global cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity.
• Support initiatives to optimize working capital and streamline fund transfers across international entities.
• Help monitor foreign exchange exposures and support hedging strategies.

4. Multicurrency Book Management:

• Maintain accurate accounting records for transactions involving multiple currencies across global entities.
• Ensure compliance with currency conversion policies, FX rate applications, and related accounting treatment.
• Work with finance teams to reconcile currency gains/losses and ensure accurate reporting.

5. Process Improvement & Systems Management:

• Identify and support improvements in financial processes to drive global consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial policies across regions.
• Assist in ERP and financial system integrations and upgrades.

6. Leadership & Team Support:

• Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure consistency in financial practices and reporting.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior finance team members.
• Act as a liaison between regional teams and senior leadership on financial matters.

7. Strategic Financial Support:

• Assist in preparing financial analysis to support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Support business risk assessments and cost-benefit analysis for international projects.
• Contribute to strategic financial planning efforts in collaboration with senior finance leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting field. CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 6–10 years of relevant finance or accounting experience in a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and international taxation.
• Experience with multi-currency accounting and foreign exchange management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.