Operational Finance Manager Full Time NEW

The Operational Finance Manager will report to the Finance Director and manage the standard Operational Finance activities for the market. This role will build a successful team, manage process risk, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple processes.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and implement process controls to ensure Operational Finance deliverables are achieved accurately and timely.
• Maintains and reviews documentation ensuring compliance with policies and audit requirements
• Ensures clear governance is in place to manage changes to Master Data and its impact across multiple systems and processes including definitions and mapping rules
• Develops and delivers on key process performance indicators
• Effectively manages the team and its deliverables focusing on utilization, effectiveness, cross-training, and engagement
• Drives delivery of continuous process improvement initiatives and implements best practices to achieve operational efficiencies
• Engages closely with Commercial Finance and Financial Control teams, as well as other internal and external stakeholders to resolve key process issues
• Effectively manages risk and escalations where process deficiencies are identified

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on operational finance.
• Experience in managing and implementing process controls, compliance, and performance metrics.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing deliverables effectively.

Industry Experience (preferred):

• Experience in shared services environments or multinational corporations (MNCs).
• Exposure to FMCG, advertising/media, or technology-driven industries is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial processes (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms).