Finance Director; Remote

Our client is the operational arm of a corporation, managing its global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, it delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

The Finance Manager will report to the Portfolio Manager. This individual will coordinate and manage period-end close, ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and analysis, run annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles, and provide decision making support to the Managing Director. The role is responsible for all statutory compliance and reporting, including audit, annual Financial Statements, VAT and corporation tax returns.

In addition, the Finance Manager will be expected to manage and develop a small team as well as lead projects to drive improvements in their business. This is a hands-on role with complete ownership of all finance tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Build and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and track KPIs.
• Monitor financial health of portfolio, ensure positive cash-flow and provide regular, accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor and analyze the performance strategies to identify areas of opportunity, respond with action plans to ensure execution to meet and exceed financial targets.
• Act as a true business partner to the Managing Director.
• Maintain high-level interaction with the corporate finance department.
• Ownership of all things finance for their companies.
• Assist with integrations and ad hoc projects in the Portfolio.

• Oversee and review all accounting tasks including tax and compliance.
• Own monthly financial close process for Portfolio companies.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Manage working capital requirements, including debt collection processes and working with the business to improve invoicing and payment terms with customers / suppliers.
• Build processes and ensure compliance with Corporate policies and reporting requirements.
• Identify and manage differences between corporate consolidation accounting policies and local statutory reporting requirements.
• Ensure effective financial internal controls and continually evaluate established policies and procedures.
• Optimize internal reporting processes for efficiency.
• Prepare for and support the corporate audit by providing necessary documentation.
• Lead and organize the annual statutory audits and ensure all filings are complete.

• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel.
• Train and coach teams to ensure they have the knowledge and resources necessary to be successful.
• Provide leadership and develop a high-performing scalable finance team in a decentralized finance environment, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support Net Suite rollout activities, documenting new processes and ensuring data integrity.
• Identify gaps and opportunities for automation, make recommendations, and direct the implementation of such changes as required to improve financial systems and related processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in an accounting or finance role with managerial experience a necessity.
• Ability to manage risks by ensuring that effective and efficient internal controls are in place.
• Fast learner, adaptable and comfortable in a constantly changing environment.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Net Suite ERP (or similar) is considered an asset.
• Ability to visualize efficient processes and implement them.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Being fluent in the English language, written and verbal, is essential.