Financial Manager

Job Description

• Overseeing the flow of cash and financial instruments
• Planning and directing the activities of workers in all branches or departments
• Preparing reports as required by law, regulations or company policies
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures
• Provides financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
• Advises on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should take
• Maintains the financial health of the organization.
• Analyzes costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
• Develops trends and projections for the firm’s finances.
• Conducts reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Oversees operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met.
• Manages the preparation of the company’s budget.
• Liaises with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• Corresponds with various other departments, discussing company plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.
• Monitors the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
• Oversees financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants
• Contracts outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
• Tracks the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
• Seeks out methods for minimising financial risk to the company
• Researches and analyses financial reports and market trends
• Provides insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Reviews financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
• Presents financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
• Stays up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Establishes and maintains financial policies and procedures for the company
• Understands and adheres to financial regulations and legislation.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of commerce
• Computer Skills: Very good in MS office & Internet browsing
• Languages: Very good in English and Arabic (Written & spoken)

Ideal Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in the same position in an industrial company
• 10 years’ experience as an accountant in a reputable company
• IFRS is a plus.
• Egyptian tax courses.