Finance Manager Objectives of this roleCommunicating with the Banks, financial institutions, investors etc. for financing, loan repayments, negotiation of interest and other terms with lenders/investorsExperience in negotiating with banks including international financial institutions like IFC, WB, ADB, ECB etc., foreign banks, ECA financing, OA financing, credit insurance financing, etc., for the groupTake responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company’s financial strategy and hiring needsCoordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the sameEnsure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organizationDevelop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflowsComply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate actionResponsibilitiesWork with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reportingResearch revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancementPerform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiativesMonitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, the management team, and rest of the companyManage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general)Required skills and qualificationsFive or more years of experience in executive leadership rolesExcellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrityExceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skillsUnderstanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planningWorking knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of creditPreferred skills and qualificationsMaster’s degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or financeInternational finance experienceExperience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relationsProfessional certification (ex: Certified Public Accountant)