Job Responsibilities
- Act as a Finance Business Partner to the CEO.
- Oversee the company's financial planning as it expands, ensuring alignment with growth objectives.
- Manage all aspects of the finance functions, including management reporting and project accounting for Azendian Solutions Group.
- Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals.
- Closely monitor and analyze operating revenues, expenses, and capital expenditure utilization against budget and funding sources.
- Prepare and present financial performance reports, full-year forecasts, and budget variance analyses to stakeholders, highlighting key discrepancies and suggesting areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with divisions and project teams on monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and revised budget submissions, presenting these to stakeholders and recommending adjustments as necessary.
- Monitor fixed and variable costs to identify cost drivers and improve budget accuracy.
- Review and contribute to the financial components of funding requests, quarterly project updates, and final project reports.
- Streamline Finance processes, such as AP and AR, to enhance efficiency and control.
- Manage relationships with key vendors (auditors, legal advisors, corporate secretary).
- Prepare reliable financial reports, both current and forecasted.
- Oversee the finance IT system to ensure efficiency and reliability.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
Job Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a recognized professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA/CFA).
- Minimum 7 years of experience in finance and accounting, ideally within a startup/SME environment, with prior Big 4 exposure.
- Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of market best practices.
- Excellent analytical abilities to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
- Extensive knowledge of financial principles and corporate finance.
- Previous experience in fundraising for companies is an advantage.
- Demonstrated expertise in business partnering and FP&A functions.
- Good internal and external stakeholder management skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address financial challenges and implement practical solutions.
