About the Role:
The company is a dynamic organization focused on redefining land, air, and sea travel while elevating destinations. We are driven by innovation, creativity, and a passion for transforming transportation. Our team is working on cutting-edge projects, from autonomous vehicles to sustainable transportation solutions, and we are looking for forward-thinking individuals to join us in our mission to create a smarter, more sustainable world—one innovation at a time.
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We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager with robust expertise in business modeling and accounting to join our finance team. This senior position is instrumental in driving financial strategy, overseeing financial planning, and providing insights that guide business decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a broad understanding of finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, compliance, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
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Financial Strategy & Business Modeling:
- Develop and refine complex business models to evaluate new opportunities, product lines, and strategic initiatives.
- Provide high-quality financial analysis and recommendations to support business growth and decision-making.
- Lead long-term financial planning, incorporating financial forecasting, scenario analysis, and risk management.
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Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conduct variance analysis on financial performance against budgets and forecasts, presenting key insights and action points to leadership.
- Prepare reports for executive management, board meetings, and key stakeholders.
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Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.
- Monitor and manage budget allocations, expenditures, and financial forecasts, ensuring cost control and fiscal responsibility.
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Accounting & Compliance:
- Supervise the accounting team, ensuring adherence to GAAP/IFRS standards and timely close processes.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax laws, liaising with external auditors as needed.
- Develop and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to improve financial efficiency and mitigate risk.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Act as a strategic partner to business units by providing financial insights and support for operational and strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with departments such as operations, HR, and legal to support organizational goals and drive performance.
- Mentor and develop junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA highly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with a strong background in business modeling and accounting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of financial management principles, forecasting, financial analysis, and budgeting.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling tools (e.g., Excel, financial software).
- Broad understanding of all finance functions, including tax, treasury, and risk management.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP, Oracle, or similar.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally within a multinational or large-scale organization.
- Proven ability to drive process improvements and implement best practices.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
