Finance Control Manager

Job Description

Digiexpress is a forward-thinking logistic company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. We are looking for a finance control manager to join our dynamic team. If you have a desire to be part of a team driving innovation, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Reporting, Planning & Budgeting:

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Analyze financial performance against targets and provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Prepare annual operating and capital budgets, as well as monthly forecasts.
• Create timely and accurate accounting reports.
• Review financial data and create reports based on analysis results.
• Participate in business planning and financial standards-setting processes.

Strategy:

• Optimize accounting systems and procedures and detect inaccuracies.
• Prepare rolling forecasts incorporating actual performance and market analysis.
• Develop financial models to assess the impact of strategic initiatives.
• Participate in goal-setting activities and month-end/year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS requirements.
• Collaborate with peers to improve financial operations.

Control & Monitoring:

• Monitor profitability of business units.
• Review and manage General Ledger (GL) accounts.
• Identify irregularities in account trends and ensure proper adjustments.
• Align with the marketing team on expenditures and manage provisions.
• Conduct COGS analysis and determine root causes of changes.
• Oversee intercompany account reconciliations.
• Compare monthly reports with prior years and budget projections.

Monitoring Tools:

• Lead as the project manager for the Business Intelligence (BI) system.
• Create reports to ensure effective financial monitoring.

Team Management:

• Manage the finance team and train a successor for the position.
• Align team goals with company strategy.
• Build strong relationships across departments.
• Train non-financial managers on financial reports and terminology.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a financial/business controller, accounting manager, or senior finance controller.
• Certification such as ACCA, CIMA, or CPA is a plus.
• Strong experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end processes.
• Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Practical experience with accounting software packages.
• Proficiency in financial statements and business trends.
• Expert-level Excel skills and strong MS Office knowledge.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong time management and presentation skills.