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Financial Controller / Director

Position Summary

The Assistant Manager/Manager, Finance is responsible for overseeing the group's financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting, strong internal controls, and full compliance with grant requirements.

This role manages budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and grant financial management while providing strategic financial guidance to leadership and teams.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting Management

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
Maintain accounting policies in compliance with SFRS
Strengthen internal controls and financial procedures to mitigate risk
Coordinate and support internal and external audits

Budgeting & Financial Planning

Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes across departments and programs
Monitor budget performance and provide actionable financial insights to management
Support long-term financial planning and cash flow management
Advise department leaders on financial implications of activities

Grant Financial Management

Oversee financial management of grants
Ensure compliance with grant agreements and requirements
Develop and monitor grant budgets in collaboration with other department leaders
Prepare and review grant financial reports and reimbursement requests
Track grant expenditures and ensure proper cost allocation
Support grant proposal budgeting and financial narratives

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Maintain proper documentation for grants, audits, and financial reporting
Monitor and implement changes in financial and grant-related regulations

Leadership & Collaboration

Supervise and mentor finance team members
Collaborate cross-functionally with department leaders and leadership
Build financial understanding and accountability among non-finance staff
Serve as a key financial partner to senior management and external stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
5-8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting
Demonstrated experience managing grants
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
Experience with budgeting, audits, and internal controls
Proficiency with accounting and financial systems (e.g., ERP, accounting software, Excel)

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
Ability to translate financial data for non-financial audiences

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