Job Description: Financial Services Manager
Position Overview:
The Financial Services Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial services division within the organization. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, extensive knowledge of financial management practices, and the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement financial strategies: Formulate and execute strategic plans to achieve financial objectives, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
2. Manage financial operations: Oversee day-to-day activities of the financial services division, including accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, cash management, and compliance with financial regulations.
3. Provide financial guidance: Advise executive management on financial matters, offering insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and mitigate risks.
4. Coordinate financial planning: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain comprehensive financial plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
5. Monitor financial performance: Analyze financial statements, key performance indicators, and metrics to evaluate the financial health of the organization and identify areas for improvement.
6. Ensure regulatory compliance: Stay updated on relevant financial regulations, laws, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.
7. Foster strategic partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and other relevant stakeholders to enhance financial services and support overall business objectives.
8. Lead and develop a team: Supervise and mentor a team of financial professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure a high-performing department.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
1. Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is highly desirable.
2. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance or financial services, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
3. Financial expertise: In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and regulations. Strong understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
4. Leadership skills: Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
5. Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
6. Analytical mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations based on data-driven insights.
7. Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
8. Ethical conduct: High level of integrity, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to ethical standards in financial practices.
9. Technology proficiency: Proficient in financial management software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel).
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Financial Services Manager role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, or responsibilities.