Job offer: Financial Reporting and Analysis Manager

Key responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and deliver timely and accurate financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and international accounting standards.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Oversee the maintenance and updating of financial records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads and school leadership.
• Develop long-term financial forecasts and models for strategic planning.
• Monitor budget variances and provide regular updates to the CFO and senior management.

Financial Analysis

• C onduct financial analysis on operational efficiency, cost management, and revenue optimization.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards for monitoring key financial indicators.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis to improve financial outcomes.
• Assess financial risks and opportunities, and present insights to support decision-making.

Internal Controls and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard school assets and ensure
• financial accuracy.
• Liaise with external auditors and ensure the audit process runs smoothly.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with various departments to provide financial insights and reports.
• Present financial data and analysis to the leadership team in a clear and concise
• manner.
• Provide financial training and guidance to non-finance staff when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Masters degree or professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial reporting, analysis, or a similar role, preferably in an educational or non-profit environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Integrity and ethical behavior.
• Leadership and team collaboration.