Deputy Group Finance Manager

Job description

Job Description

• Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and manage the financial planning and analysis function, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.

• Financial Reporting:

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for the group, including consolidated financial statements.

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Budgeting:

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process for the group, working with individual business units to prepare and consolidate budgets.

• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.

• Cash Flow Management:

• Manage the group’s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operations and investment.

• Develop and implement cash flow forecasting and management strategies.

• Internal Controls:

• Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the group’s assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.

• Conduct regular audits and reviews to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.

• Financial Strategy:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the group’s business objectives and growth plans.

• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and the board of directors.

• Tax Planning and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations.

• Develop tax planning strategies to optimize the group’s tax position.

• Risk Management:

• Identify and manage financial risks, including currency, interest rate, and credit risks.

• Develop risk management policies and procedures.

• Investment Management:

• Oversee the group’s investment activities, including capital expenditures and acquisitions.

• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial analysis to support decision-making.

• Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and manage the finance team, providing coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.

• Foster a high-performance culture within the finance function.

• Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate financial performance and strategic plans to internal and external stakeholders, including shareholders, lenders, and regulatory authorities.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications
15+ years of experience
CMA/CA certified

Experience in the food/hospitality industry is a plus.