Finance Manager
Detailed Job Description:
We are inviting applications for the position of Finance Manager. The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the Finance function, including delivery of timely and accurate financial management reporting.
The role is to support the development and execution of our Finance Strategy and ensure alignment with the overall objectives of our Strategic Plan. This involves implementing effective financial processes and controls to measure and report financial performance, reviewing all financial reports, and ensuring that underlying processes, reviews, and controls have been completed in accordance with best practice and regulatory requirements.
This role focuses beyond standard financial reporting to analyze, model, and provide financial leadership and consultancy to our Board, CEO, and management team. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the finance function, assuming leadership for the financial health of our organization, identifying internal or external variables that impact financial performance, anticipating potential future impacts, and developing mitigation plans to address these issues should they arise.
Key Responsibilities:
* Completion of all internal and external reporting, including preparation of monthly management accounts;
* Development of financial analysis, business modeling, and economics of operations to optimize the balance of progressive service and growth and cost;
* Preparation and monitoring of monthly and annual budgets;
* Responsibility for Payroll and all ancillary products;
* Completion of bank and general ledger reconciliations, and support for investment strategies;
* Overall responsibility for Controls and Compliance in accounts, ensuring that all statutory requirements are met;
* Budgetary control, forecasting, and asset & liability management;
* Providing assistance to the lending team when assessing the viability of commercial loans;
* Liaising with the credit control function and providing support in optimizing its benefit;
* Supporting the CEO by providing analysis of financial information, with the provision of ad hoc reports that will lead to new business initiatives and/or inform better financial management;
* Liaising with key stakeholders such as auditors, advisors, and the Central Bank as and when required;
* Analyzing product value and profitability across the suite of DTCU services;
* Leading continuous, growth-enabling efficiency improvement across DTCU to embed model longevity.
Requirements:
* A qualified accountant with 5+ years industry or relevant practice experience;
* Experience in financial services desirable;
* Expert knowledge of accounting and financial analysis;
* A good understanding of Credit Union rules and regulations;
* Ability to plan, forecast, develop budgets, design financial models, and oversee the implementation of financial strategies;
* A customer-centric focus ensuring that a first-class service is delivered to members;
* Proficient in all Microsoft office products, especially Excel;
* Some expertise in Data Analytics;
* Excellent report writing and presentation skills;
* Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure.
How to Apply:
Please state clearly the position you are applying for by quoting the reference FM001. Applications including CV should be sent via the Apply Button. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.