Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Reporting

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This position will provide leadership with insights into financial planning, budgeting, and KPI reporting while overseeing the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in compliance with statutory and accounting standards.

• Oversees the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets. Oversees the preparation of the executive summary for finance leadership review.
• Oversees the budget liaison with internal stakeholders across the college who engage in the budgeting process and guide the team on budget management and financial planning.
• Guides developing and enhancing various templates or reports for reporting and reconciliations.
• Oversees the in-depth analysis of budget variances throughout the year, utilizing comprehensive data to ensure forecasts are updated.
• Identifies opportunities for cost optimization and advises leadership on potential adjustments, ensuring effective administration and reporting of approved budgets.
• Oversees the monthly reconciliation against the budget and directs the internal team.
• Monitors the revenue cycle activities to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversees all accounting-related transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies, financial regulations, and accounting standards (US GAAP). Reviews and approves reclassification/correction entries.
• Oversees the closing of accounting entries on a monthly and annual basis, ensuring completion of documentation for academic, research, and grants accounts.
• Responsible for overseeing financial reports' preparation and accurate presentation, including financial statements, quarterly reports, grants management reports, and research packages.
• Leads fiscal year-end and calendar year-end audit processes, working closely with internal and external auditors to provide necessary information.
• Manages all intercompany transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manages the financial aspects of grants management, including grant budgeting, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
• Ensures accurate records are maintained for all fixed assets, including acquisitions, tagging, disposals, and depreciation.
• Leverages automation efforts relevant to the work area to streamline processes and ensure compliance.
• Oversees the monthly KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reporting of financial indicators.
• Oversees the updates and maintenance of finance policies and procedures and maintains liaison with all stakeholders on financial matters, providing timely updates and addressing queries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration with 11 - 12 years of related experience.

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA-USA, or similar are preferred.

Prior experience in research, medical, or educational fields is highly desirable.

• Financial Forecasting and Modeling
• Budget Management
• Financial Risk Management
• Institutional Finance

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