Finance Manager

Posted by: Athena Executive Search & Consulting (on behalf of our client) About the Company Our client is a growing investment group managing diverse portfolios across multiple sectors. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, digitization, and performance excellence, the company supports dynamic, fast-paced businesses driven by innovation and long-term value creation. Position Overview We are seeking a Finance Manager to lead critical finance functions including account finalization, audits, FP&A, and financial reporting . The role will also drive automation initiatives, SAP-based financial operations , and build structured business insights for leadership. Ideal candidates will bring a mix of technical depth, automation mindset, business acumen , and team leadership experience in agile environments such as PE-backed firms, family offices, or entrepreneurial setups . Key Responsibilities Lead finalization of accounts and manage statutory, tax, and internal audits. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory norms. Oversee preparation of timely financial statements and management reports. FP&A & Business Insights Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. Provide data-driven financial insights aligned with KPIs and strategic goals. Create structured, management-level presentations in Power Point and Word. Automation & SAP Operations Manage and optimize finance operations in SAP (mandatory) . Lead digitization efforts and automation of reporting, reconciliation, and workflow. Drive process improvement initiatives to increase speed and accuracy. Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration Manage a small finance team (2–4 members), ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. Partner with business heads to support cost control, planning, and strategic decision-making. Coordinate with auditors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. Candidate Profile Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent. Experience: 9–13 years post-qualification experience. Strong expertise in account finalization, audit coordination, SAP , and FP&A. Proven experience driving automation or technology transformation within finance. Hands-on exposure to management reporting and presenting business insights. Team Management: Experience leading small, agile finance teams. Tools: Proficiency in SAP, Excel, Power Point, and Word . Strong communication, multitasking, and decision-making skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate across levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr