Finance Manager Job Description

What is a Finance Manager?

Finance managers analyze every day financial activities and provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans. They are the root of all major business decisions and their role is crucial to the success of any organization. Finance managers may be employed in many different environments, including both public and private sector organizations. They also operate in a variety of industries, such as banking, finance, healthcare, and insurance.

Typical duties include reviewing financial reports, monitoring accounts, and preparing financial forecasts. Finance managers also investigate ways to improve profitability and analyze markets for business opportunities, such as expansion, mergers, and acquisitions. The position of finance manager usually requires an advanced degree in accounting, business, economics, or finance, as well as several years of experience in a finance role.

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Come work at Example Co., one of the leading companies in our industry in the region. We have a 4.4 rating on Glassdoor from our employees. We are looking to hire an experienced Finance Manager to join our existing top-notch team. If you're excited to be part of a winning team, Example Co. is an excellent company for you. Make your next career move with us.

Responsibilities for Finance Manager

  • Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company (payroll, invoicing, and other transactions)
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting
  • Participate in strategic data analysis, research, and modeling for senior company leadership
  • Support project analysis, validation of plans, and ad-hoc requests
  • Manage the company's financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems
  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements

Qualifications for Finance Manager

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA a plus
  • 5-8 years of experience in accounting and/or financial analysis
  • Ability to synthesize large quantities of complex data into actionable information
  • Ability to work and effectively communicate with senior-level business partners
  • Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and data mining tools such as SQL, Access, etc.
  • Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

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