FINANCE MANAGER

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management functions including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Partner closely with the sales team to support pricing strategies, deal structuring, and revenue planning.
• Analyze sales performance, customer profitability, and market trends to guide business decisions.
• Monitor and manage gross margins, discounts, and promotional spend effectiveness.
• Prepare and present financial models, cash flow forecasts, and business cases for new opportunities.
• Improve financial processes and ensure accurate, timely reporting for decision-making.
• Support contract reviews and commercial terms to ensure financial risk is minimized.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across sales, operations, and executive leadership to align financial and commercial goals.
• Assist in the development of KPI dashboards that track both financial and sales metrics.
• Prepare timely and accurate cash flow templates and forecasts to support financial planning.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers (e.g., auditors, banks, tax consultants) as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations
Identify and apply for relevant government or business grants to support the establishment and growth of the sales office

Requirements:

• Proven experience in setting up and managing finance functions for a new office or business unit.

• Hands-on experience in end-to-end financial operations, preferably in a standalone or lean team setup.

• Proficiency in preparing cash flow reports and financial planning tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. CPA/CA or equivalent qualification preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, with at least 2 years in a sales finance or commercial finance capacity.

• Proven experience working with sales teams or supporting sales-driven organizations.

• Excellent communication and business partnering skills.(Fluence in both English & Madarin essential)

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.