Assistant Finance Manager / Finance Manager (5WRXYV85)

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable, analytical, and detail oriented Assistant Finance Manager / Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, reporting, budgeting, treasury management, internal controls, and stakeholder coordination within the food ingredients distribution industry.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing daily finance operations, preparing accurate monthly financial reports, strengthening financial controls, supporting business planning, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements, and internal financial procedures. This role requires strong finance experience, sound technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare accurate monthly financial reports in line with regulatory and accounting standards.
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and maintained on time.
• Support statutory, audit, tax, and compliance related requirements.
• Review financial data and highlight key insights for management decision making.
• Ensure accounting practices follow required standards and internal policies.

Daily Finance Operations

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury, banking, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Monitor finance workflows to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion.
• Review payment processes, collection updates, and accounting entries.
• Ensure reconciliations are completed and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support smooth financial operations.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Lead budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Support preparation of forecasts, financial plans, and management reports.
• Analyze financial performance and support operational decision making.
• Provide financial insights to help improve business efficiency and cost control.
• Monitor budget performance and report key variances to management.

Treasury and Cash Flow Management

• Manage treasury operations and maintain effective cash flow planning.
• Monitor banking activities, fund availability, and cash requirements.
• Ensure payments and collections are managed in line with business priorities.
• Support working capital management and financial stability across business operations.

Internal Controls and Process Improvement

• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance across the business.
• Develop and improve standard operating procedures for finance processes.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Support compliance with internal controls and company financial policies.
• Ensure finance operations are well structured, documented, and reliable.

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or CA.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial management.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and taxation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to support and influence operational decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage finance responsibilities with accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and problem solving ability.
• Experience in distribution, food ingredients, FMCG, trading, or group company finance operations will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.